Ever looked at the travel minis section while waiting in line at Sephora? Well, these are the best toiletry products you can get with reviews from actual travelers!
Here are the best TSA-approved toiletries on Sephora!
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Cleanser: Fresh Soy Face Cleanser Mini
My skin is oily and acne-prone so a gentle cleanser is really important especially for travel. I love that the Soy Face Cleanser doesn’t strip away moisture after you’ve cleansed.
Traveler Review: “…For years I had trouble finding a cleanser that didn’t eventually give me weird flaky skin and red patches, even after trying the recommended super gentle ones. I finally read about pH-level, and how cleansers with a lower PH level don’t disturb the skin’s natural barrier as much as those with a higher level. This cleanser has a lower pH than many of them (around 5.5), which may be why it agrees with my skin. It also doesn’t cause any product irritation breakouts, which is common for me with most other products. Another huge plus is the smaller size tube that fits the guidelines for carry-on travel. I love it when I don’t have to worry about putting cleanser into special small bottles for a trip!” -ncat999
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Moisturizer: Fresh Lotus Youth Preserve Moisturizer Mini
Humidity on an airplane can drop below 20% (houses are normally 30%) so it’s easy for your skin to become dehydrated & dull. The Lotus Youth Preserve Face Cream does such an amazing job with providing 24/7 moisture in dry conditions!
Traveler Review: “This stuff is a DREAM. I apply it before my makeup and also after I’ve taken it off at night and I have noticed an improvement in my overall skins appearance and hydration. It’s so smooth and silky and I bought the travel size to test it out, but honestly I can already tell it will last me a while because you do not need a lot of this stuff. A little goes a long way. I just can’t say good enough things about this moisturizer!” -eswalker
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Face mask: Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask
If you’re looking to save space, the Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask multitasks as both a moisturizer and face mask. I personally love to use it as a face mask during or after long haul flights. Or when my skin is extra dry, I slather this mask on and my skin is plump & glowing in 20 minutes.
Traveler Review: “Firstly, I travel a lot and always found myself struggling to find something that could help my skin recover from the dry, stale air in planes. From sheet masks to other high end brands nothing seemed to give my skin the relief it needed… until I found this gem. This mask smells amazing and provides my skin the nourishment and hydration it deserves after long travel. It is a wonderful size which makes it easy to travel with and has very clean, balanced ingredients which are not harmful to the skin. I would highly recommend this to anyone who is traveling or anyone really. It suits all skin types and will leave you GLOWING. Trust me, you’ll love it too!” -StephCBee
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Makeup Remover: The Original MakeUp Eraser® Makeup Remover Cloth
I’ve used my Makeup Eraser for a 6 months and I love that all I need is warm water. It removes my makeup surprisingly well and now I don’t have to worry about packing a liquid makeup remover or bulky makeup wipes. Plus it’s environmentally-friendly too!
Traveler Review: ” I have no idea HOW this works so well at removing my makeup, but it’s amazing! I go through so many packages of makeup remover wipes and even then, I have to double cleanse to get all the grime off my face. This cloth takes off every last stitch and when I test with a wet wipe after, it comes back completely clean. This is great for traveling, and I’m so excited to not have to keep buying wipes! Totally recommended.” -Kingfish
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Sunscreen: Super Power Sunscreen Mousse Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Mini
I never leave the house without sunscreen and I love that the Supergoop Sunscreen Mousse is super hydrating. It also doubles as a daily moisturizer so you can save space from packing another moisturizer.
Traveler Review: “This is a light, wonderful-smelling, fast-absorbing sunscreen that comes out as a foam/mousse, smoothes over the skin really easily, and turns into a light oil that absorbs really quickly. I did not get burned walking the Freedom Trail in Boston or at home in Honolulu. I got the travel size in the checkout line, used this all summer and love it. I will definitely be buying the full size next summer!” -Tropicskin
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Foundation: Hourglass Vanish Seamless Finish Foundation Stick
A lot of foundations tend to come in glass bottles that need extra care when packing. I prefer a no-fuss straightforward stick foundation that’ll last me all day while walking in the city Paris or a beach in Philippines. The Hourglass Stick Foundation is weightless (which I love) & waterproof (which I love even more!).
Traveler Review: “This foundation gives very beautiful and natural coverage, It eliminates the redness on my face and looks like my skin but better. GREAT coverage. I have rosacea, freckles, and annoying redness, sensitivities, etc. This covers in one shot! ZERO colour change. I oxidize many foundations and powders, must have acidy skin or something, but this colour doesn’t budge I don’t need an additional face concealer with this foundation, its a stick form foundation which makes it really easy for travelling since you wont have to worry about spilling and it also makes it easy for application.” -mayelaeve
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Makeup Palette: Tarte Tartelette Flirt Eyeshadow Palette
I love eyeshadow palettes that come in light & dark shades AND matte & shimmery shades like the Tartelette Palette. Plus I love how this palette is so cute, small and handy!
Traveler Review: “This is absolutely amazing, more than what I was expecting. I like to use it alongside my Tartelette Tease palette for a few more options. Lasts all day long. I would most definitely recommend this for someone, plus it’s so handy for on the go use and traveling because of how little it is. Love it!” -Martina23
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Mascara: Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara Mini
Sometimes I can’t bother with applying eyeliner so I use a volumizing mascara like the Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara because it makes my lashes so full that it looks like I have eyeliner on. USE THIS IS YOU HAVE ASIAN EYELASHES. YOU WILL BE SO HAPPY WITH THE RESULTS. This is a popular mascara for weddings. So if it’s good enough for weddings, it’s definitely good enough for travel!
Traveler Review: “I’m a makeup artist and this is the best mascara I have ever used! It looks like false lashes. Full, voluminous, and flirty. My brides love it. I have used other high-end brands like Dior, MUFE, Lancôme, and Bobbi brown but this tops them all.” -mrsessie
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Lip & Cheek: Milk Makeup Mini Lip + Cheek
I was talking to my travel friend and she mentioned how she loves Milk’s products because they are super travel-friendly. They have a range of skincare and makeup that comes in solid form and this Lip + Cheek stick is their most popular product.
Traveler Review: “I love that this can be used on your cheeks and your lip. You can throw it in your purse, or travel bag, and take up way less space. I like that it’s in a stick form, as I have dry skin and it doesn’t dry me out more.” -drumgirl
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Makeup brushes: Sephora Collection Ready in 5 Face Brush Set
I love using my makeup brushes at home but if I packed all of them, they would take way too much space so these Sephora brushes are the solution. I usually pack face brushes then use my fingers to apply eyeshadow to save on space but Sephora has a matching eyeshadow brush set here.
Traveler Review: “I was looking for a set of high quality brushes that I could travel with (size mattered). These are a perfect fit: they are perfect size (great for travelling but not too small that it’s uncomfortable to use), high quality (the bristles are soft with no fall out), and the rose pink set is gorgeous as an added bonus.” -Zvezdochka
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Toiletry bag: SEPHORA COLLECTION Beauty On The Fly Bag
There are a lot of toiletry bags out there but the key to a TSA-approved toiletry bag is that it has to be clear & 1-quart sized so this Sephora beauty bag is perfect. It’s also leakproof in case your toiletries leak.
Traveler Review: “I’m always searching for the perfect bag for travel sized toiletries & makeup…and I finally found it!!! See-through so no extra questions at TSA, perfect “legal” size, zipper slides easily, NO leaks (even after my shampoo exploded during flight), and wipes down super easily. Definitely going to get a few more for gifts! If you travel, you need this high quality, low price bag!” -VIBMarie
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Hair Styling: T3 SinglePass Compact Travel Styling Flat Iron with Cap
Depending on where I travel too, I always pack an iron. Whether straight or curled (you can curl your hair with a flat iron!), it always adds an extra oomph to my confidence. I like that the the T3 Travel Flat Iron comes with a cap and is super compact because some irons can deceivingly take up too much space.
Traveler Review: “I travel very often, so I was looking for a compact flatiron to take with me. I love that fact that this has the heat resistant cap, because in the past I have gotten burn marks on my suitcase from packing a regular flatiron that didn’t have enough time to cool down. This iron heats up quickly and gets HOT, probably hotter than I need for my fine hair. I run the iron very quickly through my hair and it’s completely straight after one pass, so they weren’t kidding with the name! Definitely a good quality iron for the price.” -jidimc28
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Dry Shampoo: Bumble and Bumble Prêt-à-Powder Mini
Sometimes there’s not enough time to wash my hair so I use a dry shampoo in a pinch. I’ve used Bumble and Bumble’s dry shampoo for years and a little goes a long way to bring my hair back to life. I’m still working on the full-sized version I bought 3 years ago so I’m sure this mini one will last you several trips.
Traveler Review: “Of all the dry shampoo/powder products I’ve used this is the hands down winner. I have dark hair so I get a little ashiness at the roots due to the color, but it’s easily brushed out while still leaving plenty of product to provide grit and texture. I recommend putting it around the hairline and crown at night before bed, it gives it time to work into the hair and when you wake up your hair will be a dream to work with! I also gently squeeze the bottle when it’s upright to puff some product onto my ends for grit and hold. Basically, this does it all and is super easy to travel with. Highly recommend!” -chancy86
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Hair Product: Bumble and Bumble Hairdresser’s Invisible Oil Primer Mini
People like to use this product as a heat protectant (I do too) but I also use it as a leave-on conditioner especially after swimming in the ocean.
Traveler Review: “I have very oily hair by nature, but my ends still dry out because I blow dry my hair regularly. Adding two sprays of this oil starting at chin length through to the ends has really improved the quality of my blowouts without making my hair oilier. That’s a win! I got the travel size and I think it will last a really long time.” -sacrednature
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Deodorant: LaVanila The Healthy Deodorant Mini
I love using the Lavanila deodorant mini for travel not only because it’s so cute & tiny but because it also smells so good. I definitely don’t sweat with this deodorant when I’m out and about traveling.
Traveler Review: “THIS product is a life changer for me! I bought this on a whim after loving other Lavanila products. I had spent years never finishing a tube of antiperspirant before my body chemistry ruined it. Currently on my second tube of this. I put it on after a morning shower and don’t need to reapply during the day. I still get whiffs of the scent by the end of the day, no hints of BO. I think I found my holy grail under arm product!” -Anniebells
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Toothpaste: Marvis Jasmin Mint Toothpaste Mini
Looking for a bougie toothpaste? You’re in the right place! lol Marvis’ toothpastes comes in a variety of great flavors and this jasmin flavor is the highest-rated one.
Traveler Review: “Delicious, sophisticated minty flavor, super creamy but a little bit abrasive, leaving teeth squeaky clean. I love the during and the after taste. It’s not cheap but it does last. I loved this flavor so much that I ended up buying the multi-flavor pack. I’m trying the licorice flavor and I love that one as well. You will not be disappointed with this purchase.” -Stripper
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What are your favorite TSA-approved toiletries on Sephora?
I’d love to hear what you use and how you like them for travel!
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