Rosamund Pike’s filming schedule never stops taking her to unexpected places. “I was recently shooting in South Africa near the northern border by the Orange River, which is somewhere I probably would never have gone otherwise,” she says. “It’s wildly beautiful and forbidding, and you feel vulnerable, as the environment is so hostile: There’s no water, and no shade until the sun goes down. These otherworldly experiences are so precious and exciting.” It also means that, at this point in her career, the actor and Dior Capture ambassador has nailed down how to maintain her wellness habits during long flights and time zone shifts. Here, Pike, who admits she “doesn’t travel light,” shares her tried-and-true must-packs for when she’s on the road.
In-flight essentials
As much as I’d love to have a glass of Champagne, I order peppermint tea and drink that consistently throughout the flight. I pack my own slippers, an eye mask to sleep, blankets, and a pillow spray. I’m very rigorous with flight socks—they’re really important—and I always take eye patches for [the plane], and minis of my favorite products, decanted into little pots. I apply a face spritz often to keep my skin hydrated. The paparazzi used to be much more of a problem, so I would worry about traveling without wearing makeup, but now I put my skin first.
Jet lag rituals
The Dior Capture Dreamskin 1-Minute Mask is my quick fix. It’s a resurfacing skin boost that I carry with me because I know it will sort out my skin after jet lag, disturbed sleep, or a late night. I use melatonin to help regulate my sleep and try to eat in line with the timings of my destination. Once I’ve arrived, I’ll go for a walk outside and breathe fresh air, which helps. Plus, there’s always coffee.
Ways to unwind
Scent is very important to me, so I travel with perfume. I like a fragrance oil called E11even, which was developed by my friend and makeup artist Amanda Grossman. Whenever I use it, I feel more serene. But simply immersing myself in nature can also be a reset. In the UK, particularly if I’m feeling anxious, I seek out green spaces, whether that’s the South Downs or Hampstead Heath.
This article appeared in the January/February 2026 issue of Condé Nast Traveler. Subscribe to the magazine here.
