Lecture Notes: Packing Toiletries for Carry-On Travel

Introduction

• Tips for packing toiletries in carry-on without or with minimal liquids
• Five different toiletry bags and packing system demonstrated

TSA Regulations

• Allowed: one quart-sized bag of liquids, aerosols, gels, creams, pastes
• Travel size containers: 3.4 oz / 100 ml or less

Minimizing Liquids

1. Toothpaste Tablets

• Chew until foamy, brush as normal
• Travel-sized tin lasts ~2 weeks

2. Facial Wipes (Water-Activated)

• No need for liquid face wash/makeup remover
• Won’t dry out, reusable as washcloth
• Recommended: Olay daily facials

3. Soap

• Travel with personal soap bars; cut into pieces for short trips
• Hotel-provided soap as an alternative

4. Deodorant

• Use solid deodorant (recommendation: travel-sized crystal deodorant)

5. Shampoo & Conditioner

• Use shampoo bars (especially for color-treated hair)
• Hotel shampoo might not be sufficient (combined shampoo & conditioner trend)
• Liquid conditioner or conditioner bar recommended
• Use liquid pouches instead of bottles for space-saving

6. Lotion

• Use lotion sticks (frequently approved at airport security)

7. Face Moisturizer & More

• Use travel silicone containers
• Other uses: creams, hair products, coconut oil, vitamins/supplements

8. Sunscreen

• Use sunscreen sticks

Packing System

• Quart-sized bag for liquids (e.g., micellar water, contact lens solution, makeup items, face cream, moisturizer, hair products, liquid sunscreen)
• Declare medically necessary liquids at security
• Use toiletry skins for leak-proofing

Toiletry Bags

1. Slim Toiletry Bag

• Fits underseat or top of carry-on
• Separate kits for liquids and solids
• Extra features: toothbrush & razor slots, mesh pockets

2. Convertible Bag

• Two compartments: main and bottom for dry products
• Can double for cords/chargers

3. Upright Compact Bag

• Keeps items upright, multiple mesh pockets, can hang

4. Large Organized Bag

• Four compartments, accessible zippers, good for family trips
• Some travelers keep it face-up during security for easy visibility

5. Basic Toiletry Bag

• Classic design, good for ultra-light travel

Additional Resources

• Free travel toolkit on website: hotels, flights, credit cards, gear, etc.
• Email newsletter with additional tips and info

Conclusion

• Tips for smooth security check experience
• Thank audience and mention next video