Best toilety bags according to redditors

This quart travel bag should be on everyone's shopping list. It holds so much more than a ziplock, and it's clearly marked as being TSA approved. To be honest the first couple times I tossed it in the bin to be scanned I was certain TSA would object, but it always goes through just fine. I've used mine for over a year, maybe 20+ flights and 80-120 nights, the zipper still functions and it's held up great.

I have a hanging travel bag that fits all of my makeup and skincare. It can fit normal size bottles but I decant into smaller bottles from Muji so I can fit more in it. This is the one I use. I keep this in my checked luggage.

I also bring a smaller pouch for the plane for long flights. It would have cleanser, sheet mask, and moisturizer in it because my skin gets very dry/dehydrated on the plane. The Cosrx moisture or acne kit is really good for this, it includes a small packet of their low pH cleanser, either a moisture or pimple pad, and their holy moly snail sheet mask, which is one of my favourites (wish they still sold these separately!!!).

If I have any small sample packets, I might bring those. I try not to try anything new on a trip because I don't want to risk breaking out on vacation.

Just really depends on how long I am going and if I am going to check any luggages.

I do my whole routine, pretty much. I do replace my double cleanse with cleansing tissues (I use an oil based one - Skinfood Black Sugar Oil Cleansing Cloths, followed by a water-based - La Roche Posay Effaclar cloths). Then my whole routine I decant into smaller sized bottles for carryon:

• I like these types of bottles for my carry on liquids - variable sizes mean I can put items like my facial oil in smaller bottles
  
• This bag can fit my whole routine, including my sunscreen and foundation
  
  My routine decanted is as follows:
  
  
• CosRx Galactomyces Essence as FTE (decanted to 30mL)
  
• Whamisa Deep Rich Toner (decanted to 10 mL)
  
• Benton Snail Bee Essence (not decanted)
  
• Stratia Rewind (decanted to 10mL)
  
• Dr Jart Ceramidin Liquid (decanted to 30 mL)
  
• 2-3 drops of facial oil - I like Banila Co Miss Flower Mr Honey oil but I believe it's discontinued. I also like generic Camellia Oil from Garden of Wisdom (decanted to 10mL)
  
• Sheet mask (I like MBD masks for air travel - they contain enough essence that they don't dry out. I will often do 2 sheet masks on a long haul flight)
  
• Benton Snail Bee Steam Cream (not decanted - original container is perfect for travel!)
  
• CosRx Honey Overnight Mask (decanted into an old, sanitized sample size of Sulwhasoo Ginseng Concentrated Cream or similar small container)

DOKEHOM DKA3104GY Hanging Toiletry Organizer Travel Cosmetic Bag (5 Colors), Water Resistant with Mesh Pockets (Grey, L) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BHH85JK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_gdVCCbZKXT5XV

I've been happy with the Eagle Creek Pack-It Specter Quick Trip. It's about 50% the price of some of the other suggestions here.

It separates your toothbrush and your main compartment, washes easy, super lightweight. If you hang it by it's handle the zippers pull down so your stuff doesn't fall out.

Part of me wishes that it was a touch smaller, because it has way more space than I need… but it's so lightweight it compresses just fine. I could put rubber bands around it I guess… I usually just cram it in a corner and it's just as small as it needs to be.

Skate Fenders are really nice to have and not part of the default gear load-out.


An accessory bag (something like this) is really useful for keeping small loose stuff like tape, wax, honing stone, extra laces, etc contained instead of rattling around in your bag.


A Boot Dryer is great for after the game keeping your skates and gloves from getting nasty and helping them last longer.


Air Freshner/odor absorber for the bag. Especially if you dont air your gear out. Even something as small and simple as these can help a lot.


A multi-tool. Doesn't have to be fancy or expensive. Just something to tighten up loose screws with, cut tape or torn bits of gear, and maybe occasionally open a bottle with.

I travel a good bit (for work and fun) and I’ve gotten good at this.

This toiletry bag is my favorite. Fits a lot of items and doesn’t take up a ton of space. Even my hair brush fits inside and a full sized can of dry shampoo.

And these bottles from Target are my favorite. I’ve never had a leak and they are easy to clean!

I put all my liquids in a ziplock inside of the toiletry bag, I often need to do this for TSA anyway so it’s become habit.

I bought an Amazon Basics hanging toiletry bag, https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-ZH1501159R1-Hanging-Toiletry-Kit/dp/B00WTHIVHQ.

In it, comfortably, are full sizes of:

Banila Co. Clean It Zero Cleansing Balm
Neogen Green Tea Real Fresh Foam Cleanser
Perrigo clindamycin phosphate 1% pledgets
Son and Park Beauty Water
Perrigo clindamycin phosphate 1% gel
COSRX Acne Pimple Master Patch
Spear tretinoin .025% cream
Benton Snail Bee High Content Skin
COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence
COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid
COSRX AHA 7 Whitehead Power Liquid
Benton Snail Bee High Content Lotion
COSRX Oil-Free Ultra Moisturizing Lotion
COSRX Honey Ceramide Full Moisture Cream
Erborian Seve de Bamboo Eye Matte
Missha All Around Safe Block Sebum Zero Sun SPF 50+/PA+++

I also have five sheet masks in there.

I guess I don't know if it's exactly a quart, but on amazon it advertised as compliant. I bought it years ago so I don't think this is the exact one, but it's very similar to this. To my knowledge, it doesn't have to be a ziplock bag as long as it is quart sized and clear! Honestly, I think TSA doesn't care that much if you don't look shady because my boyfriend keeps his toiletries (mostly eyedrops, mini sunscreen, and toothpaste) in a mesh bag that is not very clear and he's never had any problems.

Here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BHH85JK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_gdVCCbZKXT5XV

I've always quite liked this type of bag for travel, because I can hang it up so even if I'm short on space I have the ability to see everything without having to dig through a bag hanging makeup bag There's dozens of options on Amazon, all over the place in price. The specific one I have was a gift with purchase, actually from Yankee Candle, but it's very similar to that one.

I use this toiletries bag AUSQI Hanging Travel Toiletry Bag Waterproof Cosmetics Organizer Bag Multifunction Bathroom Shower Bag, Top Gifting Idea For Men & Women https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KMT3P7B/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_KGo0Cb768DMVN

I have 2 of them and you can fit so much stuff in them it is ridiculous. I just took one with me on a trip and packed 5 pallets, 2 foundations, concealer, setting powder, baking powder, 2 beauty blenders, 2 blushes, 5 Stila liquid eyeshadows, 4 liquid lips, 2 mascaras, setting spray, eyeliner, and 3 highlighters in it. Because I’m not good at predicting what I’ll want to wear over a weekend. I’ve checked them in luggage with no issues, but I prefer to keep them in carry on. As long as you’re not throwing them around they’re very well insulated so I’ve never had any breakage with them. I’ve flown half way across the world and back with them in the past 3 years I’ve been using them as well, so I think that’s pretty good.

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Pack light at first. You can buy what you need when you get there. When I was traveling for several months, I went through a few different wardrobes as everything got worn down rather quickly from wearing it so frequently. I stuck with two pairs of pants, three t shirts (one long sleeve), 3 pairs of socks, one beanie, 5 pairs of underwear, one sweater, and a windbreaker. I had a scarf I tied onto one of the backpack strap as well and doubled it as a head pillow for trains/busses.

Do you already have your backpack? If not, I’d recommend checking out your local army surplus. I took a military grade backpack and was able to strap this to the bottom: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015XJ1ALU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_66B4Bb9BDNMN1

Best investment of my entire trip for sure. That and some decent rubber boots. I looked at a lot of hiking boots, but since I wasn’t anticipating a crazy amount of mountain terrain activities, I went with some rubber slip on boots similar to the chelsea style. They were versatile enough for going out and adventuring in cities or rural areas. I hung my converse off of the back too.

Also be hella vigilant on busses and trains. Nap on top of your backpack so if anyone tries to fuck with your stuff, you’ll wake up. Try and make your longer travels overnight so you can save on room and board. Station subs are the bomb.

Message me if you want any more assistance!!!! I was a solo female traveler at age 20. I learned A LOT of valuable lessons :)

Buy bottle water to wash your face with.

I'm not sure about over seas water in hotels but I travel pretty frequently and find that water in hotels dry my skin out terribly. At one hotel I had to even use bottled water to wash my hands because it was March ( winter air ) and my skin was drying out so bad from just washing my hands after using the bathroom.

Buy Evian travel size spray mists. It's really helpful on the plane when the air is so dry .

Since you are going to be there for 3 months just buy what you need when you get there. As others said, don't experiment while you there. 3 months is enough time IMO for you to go through the products you buy and you don't need to worry about packing them.

I found this travel bag to be awesome

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LY8TCIC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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I like it because it hangs and can help keep things off the counter.

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Travel bag https://imgur.com/a/OMTu99k

I got this bag from Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0771SQ3QY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_WoK-BbX3DTS1Z and I've had no trouble with getting through TSA with it. Inside is a combo of silicone bottles from Amazon/Container Store and travel sized bottles of my usual products. I've still got enough room to smush more in there, too.

Hey! Of course :)

I actually use two H&M cosmetic bags atm - one for brushes and the makeup sponge, one for makeup. I've actually been thinking for a long time now that I'd like to get a bigger makeup bag that is able to stay up on a flat surface. I've heard a lot of good things about Ted Baker cosmetic bags, especially about their size, and when I found one with a hefty Black Friday discount, I finally caved in and ordered it yesterday. Alas, they are quite expensive in full prize, but if you are able to buy one on sale I'd recommend it. I'm sure I'll get years worth of use out of it. Doesn't hurt that I find it aesthetically pleasing as well!

On a side note, I saw this video a while back and I remember thinking that the first girl had a really amazingly compact cosmetics bag. Apparently her bag is this which is way out of my price range. But someone in the comments linked a more affordable "dupe" for it. If you're packing enough makeup to supply the contestants for RuPaul's next Drag Race season, then something similar to this might be the best option!

I just use a leather men’s toiletries bag. Nothin’ fancy and lets me carry what I need without showin’ my goods to the world.

Kinda’ like this one:
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Hynes Eagle Toiletry Organizer Bag Travel Shaving Dopp Kit Cosmetic Case Makeup Pouch Khaki


amazon link

I needed a bag to organize all the items in my backpack (train commuter) and these toiletries bags seemed like a good cheap option. $15

It was pure happenstance that it also fit my notebook perfectly.

I would say apart from baskets, just get a hanging travel toiletries bag. Easy to hang up and pack away when you move out.

Something like this:

https://www.amazon.com/Toiletry-Toiletries-Hanging-Cosmetic-Organizer/dp/B07BTWNB65

Found it here: https://www.amazon.com/Toiletry-Hanging-Waterproof-Organizer-Accessory/dp/B07Q8RK5NH/

If I have lot of item I use Thule toiletry hanging bag .

If it’s a short trip and I only need few items I use chrome small utility pouch .

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I bought a shaving bag, scale and use a hard case for my coffee. Here's what I picked up on Amazon, fit well and traveled through Iceland and Ireland for two weeks.

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B075XKQV3N?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title&th=1

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B079YBT2LJ?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000O37TDO?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

This is a really nice pouch with tons of pockets that can be used as a tech pouch
https://www.amazon.com/Travel-Toiletry-Gonex-Shaving-Organizer/dp/B075XKQV3N

I have this toiletry bag from muji which I've been really liking. I either leave it on the bathroom counter or hang it and don't bother unpacking it. I like that all my bottles (serums, nasal sprays lol, micellar water) stay upright if I have enough in there. I HATE dopp kits where everything rolls around and I have to dig to find anything. I bought it in store and it's WAY expensive on amazon. This looks very similar.

For things that are in big containers/not too runny (moisturizer, curology, aquaphor, tinted moisturizer, eye cream) I put into this stacking pill organizer. Of course you need to tighten to prevent spillage, but it can be overtightened and it's REAL frustrating! I like that it's tall so it fits well in the toiletry bag.

I used to use this flat toiletry bag too. It's great when you want to pack more full size items. Sometimes I can get my toiletries and makeup all in there.

Pack it flat bag is the absolute best.

Here is the amazon version/knock off of the original ebags one.

I have the ebags one and I don’t know how I’d live without it.

For the liquids, I keep them in the main compartment in a plastic ziplock for air travel. The reason it works so well is it can slide in the back or front like a folder bc of how flat it is. It stays flat no matter how full it gets. Instead of sticking up like a brick. Plus it hangs on any door or shower hook.

How about something like this?

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B073P1BSJD/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Transparent would be best for TSA (just went through today) otherwise GR1 field pocket would be my recommendation. I would use the GR1 field pocket for non-TSA trips.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01L9VB610/ref=oh_aui_i_sh_post_o0_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I use a big toiletry bag that has a lot of room and has multiple pockets for organizing.

I really like this one by Amazon basics because it's tall enough that I can fit everything, you can hang it up, and it's easy to keep it organized. I use a few ziplock bags to bag up anything that could possibly leak.

yup, someone referred me to these and I use them every time I travel.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001XOIY0/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

have never had an issue - I travel with a few Xanax for flights, other perscriptions and nothing


edit: this is my Dopp kit: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EOF23CK/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1 a bunch of them fit perfectly on one of the shallow side zips

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00EOF23CK/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1510519361&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=eagle+creek+toiletry+bag&dpPl=1&dpID=319IOD-mesL&ref=plSrch