Packing the right toiletries for travel is about more than just grabbing your bathroom products and hoping for the best. Airline liquids rules, limited bag space and the risk of leaks mean you need a smart approach. Here's exactly what to pack and how to pack it.
The 100ml Liquids Rule
For carry-on bags, all liquids, gels and pastes must be in containers of 100ml or less, placed in a single clear zip-lock bag (max 1 litre). This catches most travellers out when packing full-size bottles. The solution: use refillable travel bottles — fill them with your existing products before you leave and refill at your destination.
Essential Toiletries to Pack
- Shampoo and conditioner (travel-size or refillable)
- Body wash or soap bar
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Deodorant
- Face wash and moisturiser
- Sunscreen
- Lip balm
- Medications and vitamins
A solid shampoo bar like the SilkBar™ is a game-changer for carry-on travel — it's not a liquid, so it bypasses the 100ml rule entirely, and one bar lasts months.
Keeping Everything Organised
The PackTidy™ Toiletry Bag has a wet-dry separation design so liquids stay contained, and multiple compartments mean you can find everything fast. It's waterproof inside, so if a bottle leaks it won't ruin your clothes.
For Medications
If you take daily medications or vitamins, the Travel Pills Organizer keeps them sorted by day and is compact enough to fit in any bag.