Airline crew members have extensive flight experience and are well aware of what passengers should pay attention to when flying, which may not be common knowledge for regular travelers. Recently, a Danish flight attendant shared 9 things to pay attention to when flying on social media, including the need to wash your hair beforehand. It’s something you may not have thought about, right?
According to the UK’s “Daily Express,” flight attendant Sille Rydell revealed that washing your hair before boarding is an action you should take for the sake of both your seatmate and yourself.
She also mentioned which clothing items to avoid wearing. She asked, “Can it withstand the turbulence, cramped toilets, and sitting in the same seat for 10 hours straight?”
If you want to travel comfortably and observe proper etiquette, you should consider the 9 tips provided by Rydell:
Even if Rydell washed her hair three days ago, and it still looks smooth, that’s not a good enough reason not to wash it again for her.
Rydell said, “Dirty hair, no showers; sounds embarrassing? Quick shower = best pre-boarding habit. For your seatmate… and for yourself.”
Rydell pointed out that if your clothes touch the toilet floor on the plane, you might regret it because the floor is too dirty.
Tight pants and jeans may look very stylish, but they’re not suitable for wearing on a flight.
Rydell explained, “Cabin pressure can make your body swell. At cruising altitude, this comfortable outfit may make you feel like you’re being squeezed all over.”
Rydell said that if you’re on a long-haul flight, you should wear compression socks. Compression socks can promote leg blood circulation through gentle pressure, thereby reducing swelling, preventing blood clots, and lowering the risk of varicose veins.
Many travelers have found that wearing compression socks helps relieve leg fatigue or heaviness, especially after standing or sitting for a long time.
Everyone loves to smell pleasant, but Rydell said that even though your signature perfume may be your favorite scent, others may not appreciate it.
She said, “The smell lingers in the cabin, and not everyone wants to smell your signature scent at 38,000 feet; some people may even be allergic.”
Rydell urged people not to go barefoot, especially in the restroom. She said that not wearing shoes is gross because you can’t be sure what’s on the floor.
American flight attendant Leysha Perez previously told Business Insider website, “Sometimes what you see on the restroom floor isn’t water. What you’re stepping on could be bodily fluids.”
Another flight attendant said that urine splattered on the restroom floor during turbulence may be stepped on by passenger shoes, so walking barefoot or just in socks on the aisle could absorb urine, which is very gross.
Rydell said that comfort is always the most important factor while on a plane, so “underwire bras + long periods in a pressurized cabin = major regret.” “Soft and comfortable” is what you should choose every time.
Rydell noted that jewelry and belts should be “packed,” not worn. If you wear too much jewelry and belts, you may be stopped for inspection at security.
Rydell said that a bodysuit may look stylish and appealing in a nightclub, but it’s not suitable in the turbulent airplane restroom. You should opt for comfortable yet stylish athleisurewear.
In conclusion, this flight attendant said, “Keep it comfortable and practical, and do some preparation – you will thank yourself during your flight.”