When you're packing a carry-on for an upcoming trip—be it a quick jaunt to New York City or a dreamy stay in Paris—it's important to consider TSA's strict policy on liquids. Travelers are limited to small containers that are 3.4 ounces or less per item. This means you'll need to leave your full-size products at home and use travel toiletry bottles to hold your favorite skincare, body care, and hair products. You might be tempted to run out and buy miniature versions of your daily essentials—but that quickly adds up to a whole lot of money and single-use plastic.
It pays to invest in well-made, reusable toiletry bottles that can accompany you on countless trips near and far. And after five years as a travel editor, I've learned that not all toiletry bottles are created equal; some leak, some are impossible to clean, and others are too bulky to fit comfortably in a Dopp kit. To find the best travel toiletry bottles, I tested dozens of options ranging in price, design, and material. It turns out, there are several great leakproof options on the market for every type of product, whether you need an easy-to-squeeze bottle for your body wash or a small jar for your nighttime moisturizer.
Read on for my picks of the best travel toiletry bottles to protect your shampoos, soaps, and serums—and your suitcase too. These are the TSA-approved bottles, jars, and containers I reach for trip after trip.
FAQ:
What is TSA's liquid policy?
TSA allows travelers to bring a quart-sized bag of liquids, aerosols, gels, creams, and pastes in your carry-on bag. These are limited to travel-sized containers that are 3.4 ounces or less per item. Exemptions to this policy include medications and infant and child nourishments.
Are travel toiletry bottles required if I'm checking a bag?
Travelers are allowed to bring full-size products if they are checking a bag. However, if you are traveling with a carry-on, you will need your products to be stored in toiletry bottles that are 3.4 ounces or less.
How did we test these toiletry bottles?
I scoured the internet to find the most popular travel toiletry bottles—searching across a variety of retailers, reading hundreds of reviews, and considering online ratings. After my initial research, I put many reusable toiletry bottles to the test to determine which ones are actually worth traveling with. I've filled them with a variety of skincare, hair care, and body products, including body wash, sunscreen, and leave-in conditioner. I've even left these filled containers upside down overnight to see if there were any unexpected leaks. Some of these toiletry bottles are long-lasting favorites of mine that I've been traveling with for years.
My top pick:
More options I recommend:
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This article has been updated with new information since its original publish date.

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