Sun, Wind, and Surf: Your Guide to Skincare at Sea on The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection

Make spa treatments a part of your yachting experience and help keep your skin healthy and glowing — onboard and beyond.

When at sea, your skin is often exposed to the natural elements. To counter any adverse impact, consider moisturizing spa treatments to ensure your skin remains radiant and luminous throughout your voyage. Our wellness experts at The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection share their tips and secrets for safeguarding and soothing your skin at sea.

Wearing sunscreen — ideally with an SPF rating of 30 or more — is the most important way to protect your skin. This is always true, but it’s especially important when you’re relaxing out on the water basking in the sun. Sunscreen is your No. 1 defense against sunburn and premature fine lines and wrinkles. Complimentary sunscreen is provided on the outdoor decks of the yacht, just be sure to apply every two hours or so during sun exposure, especially if you’re perspiring or swimming.

Expert advice: When deciding what type of sunscreen to use, keep in mind that clean mineral sunscreens are not only great for protecting the skin from UV damage — they’re also better for the environment. Chemical sunscreens, on the other hand, contain ingredients that have been shown to damage coral reefs and other marine life. So, if you’ll be getting in the ocean during excursions, mineral (reef-safe) sunscreen is best. There are a variety of reef-friendly sunscreens out there to choose from, many of which do double duty by blocking UVA and UVB rays and soothing the skin with organic oils.

Being exposed to wind can cause your skin to dry out, but a moisturizing spa treatment dedicated to restoring your skin can help. The Evrima Signature Massage begins with a purifying — and grounding — reflexology treatment and is followed by an aromatherapy massage customized for your skin’s needs, replenishing it with the moisture it requires. This rich sensory experience offers a sense of stillness and inner calm, provided by the healing power of the ocean. The Molecular Hydration Therapy treatment is a thorough hydration therapy that utilizes a skin-quenching hyaluronic serum and leave-on mask.

Expert advice: Some hydrating, skin-loving ingredients to look for in a good moisturizer include hyaluronic acid, ceramides, glycerin, fatty acids and shea butter. And when it comes to serums, seek out products packed with peptides, ceramides, antioxidants and hyaluronic acid for skin that’s healthy, dewy and velvety-smooth.

A good facial can be a rejuvenating treat when you’re out at sea and dealing with the elements. Onboard, a variety of specialist facial treatments designed by 111SKIN offer to address skin issues like inflammation, dehydration and sensitivity. If your skin is in need of hydration, the Reparative Facial is a lifesaver. This popular facial delivers instant calming, moisture-boosting, brightening benefits — skin looks positively transformed afterward.

Expert advice: The Age Defying facial is a cushy treatment that plumps up skin with moisture and keeps it that way all day, visibly smoothing away signs of aging and giving you a youthful glow. And, for a beyond-brilliant treatment, indulge in the ultimate facial: the Celestial Black Diamond Non-Surgical Lift Facial. Pure magic for pigmentation and signs of aging, this 90-minute treatment involves an accelerated peel, wrinkle minimizing wand massage, and Celestial Black Diamond lifting and firming masks to brighten, tighten and hydrate like none other. Trust us, your skin will thank you.

A yachting experience with The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection is not just a vacation — it's a journey of rejuvenation for your mind, body, and spirit.

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