Influencer's Bold In-Flight Skincare Routine Goes Viral, Sparks Debate on Travel Self-Care

In a recent viral video, influencer Sarah Palmyra, known as @sarahpalmyra, showcased her elaborate skincare routine performed entirely on an airplane, sparking conversations about in-flight self-care and public comfort. Uploaded on September 12, 2025, the video, which has garnered over 31,000 views, depicts Palmyra applying various beauty products, including golden eye patches, a facial massage device, and a sheet mask, while seated in what appears to be a business class cabin. The video is set against a backdrop of text overlays, humorously addressing potential onlookers with phrases like "*staring at me*" and the common sentiment, "I could never do my skincare on a flight." Palmyra responds with a confident "Me:" and is seen laughing and even receiving a compliment on her hair. The video concludes with the text "they told me stop filming lol," adding a lighthearted twist to the public display. This content highlights a growing trend among travelers who prioritize maintaining their beauty regimens even at 30,000 feet, challenging traditional notions of appropriate behavior in public spaces and prompting discussion on whether such routines are a form of self-care or a spectacle.

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