Skip to content

Top Navigation

Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
  • Trip Inspiration
  • Travel Guides
  • Plan Your Trip
  • World's Best
  • Destination of the Year
  • A-List Travel Advisors
  • Cruises
  • Travel Tips
  • News
  • Food + Drink
  • Travel Accessories
  • Check-In

Profile Menu

Join Now

Account

  • Join Now
  • My Profile
  • Email Preferences
  • Newsletters
  • Manage Your Subscription this link opens in a new tab
  • Join T+L Club this link opens in a new tab
  • Give a Gift Subscription
  • Help
  • Logout
My Account

Account

  • Join Now
  • My Profile
  • Email Preferences
  • Newsletters
  • Manage Your Subscription this link opens in a new tab
  • Join T+L Club this link opens in a new tab
  • Give a Gift Subscription
  • Help
  • Logout
Login
Subscribe
Book Now
Pin FB

Explore Travel + Leisure

Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
  • Explore

    Explore

    • World's Best

      World's Best

      The greatest islands, cities, hotels, cruise lines, airports, and more — as voted by you. Read More
    • The 50 Best Places to Travel in 2022

      The 50 Best Places to Travel in 2022

      Whether you're traveling solo or planning a family vacation, here are the 50 best places to visit in 2022. Read More
    • Let's Go Together Podcast

      Let's Go Together Podcast

      Start listening to T+L's brand new podcast, Let's Go Together! Hosted by Kellee Edwards. Read More
  • Trip Inspiration

    Trip Inspiration

    • Trip Ideas
    • Weekend Getaways
    • Spring Travel
    • Summer Travel
    • Fall Travel
    • Winter Travel
    • Solo Travel
    • Romantic Getaways
    • Luxury Travel
    • Beach Vacations
    • Adventure Travel
    • Road Trips
    • Family Travel
    • National Parks
    • Holiday Travel
    • Travel Photography
    • Photo of the Day
    • Culture + Design
    • Like a Local
    • Travel To
    • 50 Years of Travel + Leisure
  • Travel Guides

    Travel Guides

    See All Travel Guides
    • Mexico City
    • Maui
    • Charleston
    • Tulum
    • New York City
    • London
    • Paris
    • Iceland
    • Los Cabos
    • See More Travel Guides
  • Plan Your Trip

    Plan Your Trip

    Norwegian Cruise Line Will Require Vaccinations for All Passengers and Crew

    Norwegian Cruise Line Will Require Vaccinations for All Passengers and Crew

    Norwegian Cruise Line hopes to resume sailing out of the U.S. on or around July 4.
    • Travel Deals
    • Attractions
    • Travel + Leisure GO
    • Amusement Parks
    • Festivals + Events
    • Bus and Train Travel
    • Flight Deals
    • Budget Travel
    • Hotels + Resorts
    • Disney Vacations
    • Airlines + Airports
    • Ground Transportation
    • Get Outside
    • Wanderlust
  • World's Best

    World's Best

    • Top Hotels
    • Top Cities
    • Top Islands
    • Domestic Airlines
    • International Airlines
    • Tours
    • Safaris
    • See All World's Best
  • Destination of the Year
  • A-List Travel Advisors
  • Cruises

    Cruises

    • Find A Cruise
    • Caribbean Cruises
    • River Cruises
    • European Cruises
    • All-Inclusive Cruises
    • Family Cruises
    • Alaskan Cruises
    • Disney Cruises
    • See All Cruise Vacations
  • Travel Tips

    Travel Tips

    • Travel Trends
    • Packing Tips
    • Points + Miles
    • Budgeting + Currency
    • Customs + Immigration
    • Responsible Travel
    • Travel Etiquette
    • Travel Warnings
    • Weather
    • Mobile Apps
    • See All Travel Tips
  • News

    News

    • Wellness
    • Celebrity Travel
    • Animals
    • Jobs
    • Offbeat
    • See All News
  • Food + Drink

    Food + Drink

    • Restaurants
    • Wine
    • Beer
    • Cocktails + Spirits
    • Bars + Clubs
    • Celebrity Chefs
    • Cooking + Entertaining
    • Food Fairs + Festivals
    • World's Best Restaurants
    • A Spirited Occasion
    • See All Food + Drink
  • Travel Accessories

    Travel Accessories

    • Travel Bags
    • Shoes
    • Travel Tech
    • Shopping
    • Style
    • Gift Guides
    • See All Travel Accessories
  • Check-In

Profile Menu

Subscribe this link opens in a new tab
Join Now

Account

  • Join Now
  • My Profile
  • Email Preferences
  • Newsletters
  • Manage Your Subscription this link opens in a new tab
  • Join T+L Club this link opens in a new tab
  • Give a Gift Subscription
  • Help
  • Logout
My Account

Account

  • Join Now
  • My Profile
  • Email Preferences
  • Newsletters
  • Manage Your Subscription this link opens in a new tab
  • Join T+L Club this link opens in a new tab
  • Give a Gift Subscription
  • Help
  • Logout
Login
Sweepstakes
Book Now

Follow Us

  1. Home
  2. Best Products
  3. Style
  4. Shopping
  5. The Essential Toiletries for Travel

The Essential Toiletries for Travel

By Travel + Leisure Editors August 21, 2017
Each product we feature has been independently selected and reviewed by our editorial team. If you make a purchase using the links included, we may earn commission.
Skip gallery slides
Pin
Toiletries - Travel Essentials
Credit: Courtesy of Respective Brands
Admittedly, stocking your Dopp kit’s not the most exciting point to check off your pre-trip prep list. To which, we’re going to suggest something revolutionary.

Instead of making a drive-by to grab whatever’s available in the travel-sized aisle on your way to Departures, curate a set of your favorite indulgences in 3.4-ounces or less and keep it ready to go at a moment’s notice.

With better-than-everyday results and stylish packaging, you’ll see an opportunity to use these standout beauty and grooming products as a bonus, not a chore.

From cult-favorite creams to small-but-mighty styling tools, these are the tiny toiletries our editors couldn’t stop talking about. Check out the full line-up of 2017’s Ultimate Travel Essentials.
Start Slideshow

1 of 17

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email Send Text Message

SK-II Facial Treatment Mask

SK-II Facial Treatment Mask
Credit: Courtesy of SK-II

SK-II’s masks live up to the hype, leaving skin soft and bright. Bonus: they tend to deter chatty seatmates.

To buy: nordstrom.com, $17

1 of 17

Advertisement
Advertisement

2 of 17

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email Send Text Message

Aquaphor Healing Ointment

Aquaphor Healing Ointment
Credit: Manfred Koh; Still Life Stylist: Judith Trezza with RJ Bennett Represents

Dab some on dry lips or use it to slick down unruly brows, soothe wind-chapped cheeks, or make calloused feet soft and sandal-ready.

To buy: target.com, $3

2 of 17

3 of 17

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email Send Text Message

Buly 1803 Pommade Concrète

Buly 1803 Pommade Concrète
Credit: Manfred Koh; Still Life Stylist: Judith Trezza with RJ Bennett Represents

This thick lotion’s delicate scent and painterly packaging are an instant mood-lifter during a long day of travel.

To buy: net-a-porter.com, $50

3 of 17

Advertisement

4 of 17

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email Send Text Message

Koh Gen Do Cleansing Spa Water Cloths

Koh Gen Do Cleansing Spa Water Cloths
Credit: Courtesy of Koh Gen Do

Even waterproof mascara is no match for these hydrating cloths. They're formulated with mineral-rich water from the Yumura Hot Springs of Izumo, Japan and skin saviors like white birch sap, so you can cleanse and soothe all in one.

To buy: nordstrom.com, $39 for 3

4 of 17

5 of 17

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email Send Text Message

Laundress Stain Solution Packets

Laundress Stain Solution Packets
Credit: Courtesy of The Laundress

Keep a single-use packet in your carry-on in case of red-wine spills. It's a touch less convenient than pen-style stain removers, but in our tests it trounced the competition for actually undoing the damage wrought by Brunello and bolognese.

To buy: thelaunderess.com, $1

5 of 17

6 of 17

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email Send Text Message

Weleda Skin Food

Weleda Skin Food
Credit: Manfred Koh; Still Life Stylist: Judith Trezza with RJ Bennett Represents

This cult favorite is intended for body, but when the delicate skin on your face is parched after a long flight, a creamier moisturizer is vital. It goes on like spackle, but you're guaranteed to wake up glowy.

To buy: amazon.com, $12

6 of 17

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

7 of 17

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email Send Text Message

Avene Thermal Spring Water

Avene Thermal Spring Water
Credit: Courtesy of Avène

Just one spritz takes you from haggard to dewy in an instant. Sure, it's a little silly to mist yourself with water mid-flight. But follow it up with a mask or a moisturizer and you'll be the lone passenger looking (and perhaps more importantly, feeling) fresh-faced after 15 hours in midair.

To buy: amazon.com, $9

7 of 17

8 of 17

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email Send Text Message

Klorane Dry Shampoo With Oat Milk Natural Tint

Klorane Dry Shampoo With Oat Milk Natural Tint
Credit: Courtesy of Klorane

Spray this stuff into greasy roots before bed and you'll wake up with fresh, bouncy hair — and no trace of white residue.

To buy: sephora.com, $10

8 of 17

9 of 17

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email Send Text Message

Sephora Collection Mini Blast Travel Ionic Blow Dryer

Sephora Collection Mini Blast Travel Ionic Blow Dryer
Credit: Manfred Koh; Still Life Stylist: Judith Trezza with RJ Bennett Represents

It’s as if Sephora hit your high-end Italian model with a shrink ray, making it tiny, light, and affordable without minimizing performance or design. With two speeds, 1,200 watts, dual-voltage capacity, and a rubberized matte finish, it’ll be your favorite travel accessory, even when you’re home.

To buy: sephora.com, $26

9 of 17

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

10 of 17

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email Send Text Message

Peter Thomas Roth

Peter Thomas Roth
Credit: Courtesy of Peter Thomas Roth

Does anyone actually remember to reapply sunscreen? You will with this pocket-size brush-on version. Unlike lotion formulas, this kind won't spill in your bag, mess up your makeup, or leave you with a ghostly pallor.

To buy: sephora.com, $30

10 of 17

11 of 17

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email Send Text Message

Marvis Aquatic Mint

Marvis Aquatic Mint
Credit: Courtesy of Marvis

Never underestimate the power of small indulgences — like fancy toothpaste — to make you feel human while traveling.

To buy: amazon.com, $6

11 of 17

12 of 17

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email Send Text Message

Jao Brand Refresher Not Just For Hands Sanitizer

Jao Brand Refresher Not Just For Hands Sanitizer
Credit: Courtesy of Jao

This spray kills germs, smells good (it's made with essential oils like clary sage and lavender), and doesn’t sap your skin of moisture.

To buy: anthropologie.com, $10

12 of 17

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

13 of 17

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email Send Text Message

T3 Compact SinglePass

T3 Compact SinglePass
Credit: Courtesy of T3

This to-go straightener is smaller than most, and it auto-detects the appropriate voltage, so you’ll never have to pack a converter — or worse, fry your hair — again.

To buy: saksfifthavenue.com, $89

13 of 17

14 of 17

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email Send Text Message

Mason Pearson Pocket Bristle Brush

Mason Pearson Pocket Bristle Brush
Credit: Manfred Koh; Still Life Stylist: Judith Trezza with RJ Bennett Represents

Stylists swear by boar bristles for adding shine and bounce, and Mason Pearson's handmade brushes have long been the gold standard.

To buy: saksfifthavenue.com, $120

14 of 17

15 of 17

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email Send Text Message

Kiehl's Crème With Silk Groom

Kiehl's Crème With Silk Groom
Credit: Courtesy of Kiehl's

Use this non-greasy styling aid as a frizz tamer, beard conditioner, or a super-smoothing leave-in treatment.

To buy: kiehls.com, $24

15 of 17

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

16 of 17

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email Send Text Message

Elizabeth Arden Advanced Ceramide Capsules

Elizabeth Arden Advanced Ceramide Capsules
Credit: Courtesy of Elizabeth Arden

These single-use serum capsules are great for saving space in your Dopp kit: you can pack the exact number you need, and they give you extra insurance against spills. Twist one open daily to banish bags and dark circles.

To buy: elizabetharden.com, $60 for 60 capsules

16 of 17

17 of 17

Pin
Facebook Tweet Email Send Text Message

F'lint Retractable Lint Roller

F'lint Retractable Lint Roller
Credit: Courtesy of Think Product Lab

This retractable roller is a must-have for business travelers — or really, anyone with an affinity for dark colors and pet cuddles. It makes quick work of lint removal, and the self-contained design won't stick to everything in your bag.

To buy: amazon.com, $10

17 of 17

Replay gallery

Share the Gallery

Pinterest Facebook

Up Next

By Travel + Leisure Editors

    Share the Gallery

    Pinterest Facebook
    Trending Videos
    Advertisement
    Skip slide summaries

    Everything in This Slideshow

    Advertisement

    View All

    1 of 17 SK-II Facial Treatment Mask
    2 of 17 Aquaphor Healing Ointment
    3 of 17 Buly 1803 Pommade Concrète
    4 of 17 Koh Gen Do Cleansing Spa Water Cloths
    5 of 17 Laundress Stain Solution Packets
    6 of 17 Weleda Skin Food
    7 of 17 Avene Thermal Spring Water
    8 of 17 Klorane Dry Shampoo With Oat Milk Natural Tint
    9 of 17 Sephora Collection Mini Blast Travel Ionic Blow Dryer
    10 of 17 Peter Thomas Roth
    11 of 17 Marvis Aquatic Mint
    12 of 17 Jao Brand Refresher Not Just For Hands Sanitizer
    13 of 17 T3 Compact SinglePass
    14 of 17 Mason Pearson Pocket Bristle Brush
    15 of 17 Kiehl's Crème With Silk Groom
    16 of 17 Elizabeth Arden Advanced Ceramide Capsules
    17 of 17 F'lint Retractable Lint Roller

    Share & More

    Facebook Tweet Email Send Text Message
    Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure

    Magazines & More

    Learn More

    • Subscribe this link opens in a new tab
    • Contact Us
    • Advertise
    • Content Licensing this link opens in a new tab
    • Accolades this link opens in a new tab
    • Travel + Leisure Wine this link opens in a new tab

    Connect

    Subscribe to Our Newsletters
    Sign Up
    MeredithTravel + Leisure is published by Meredith Corporation under license from Travel + Leisure Co. Copyright 2022 Travel + Leisure Co. All Rights Reserved. TRAVEL + LEISURE is a registered trademark of Travel + Leisure Co., registered in the United States and other countries. Travel + Leisure magazine may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. Offers may be subject to change without notice. Privacy Policythis link opens in a new tab Terms of Servicethis link opens in a new tab Ad Choicesthis link opens in a new tab California Do Not Sellthis link opens a modal window Web Accessibilitythis link opens in a new tab
    © Copyright Travel + Leisure. All rights reserved. Printed from https://www.travelandleisure.com

    View image

    The Essential Toiletries for Travel
    this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines.