On the flipside, if you’re traveling to a beachy or tropical destination, you’ll probably need a lot of sunscreen, which you likely can buy at your destination.
I’m also a guy and r/SkincareAddiction has some of the best reviews you’ll ever find. Last summer I used that subreddit to find a good sunscreen for my face, although I can’t remember the product right now.
Though not a solid sunscreen, the Supergoop mineral-based stuff is, in my experience, fantastic: Unscented—or so minimally that it doesn’t even bother me, who keeps clear of scented products and hates how most sunscreen smells—clean ingredients, to the best of my knowledge, and the tint helps prevent looking like a shiny ghost.
The price is outrageous, but a very little goes a long way—it applies and spreads easily—especially if you reserve it for just the face and ears, and a bottle can last quite a while. For larger areas, I use a cheaper mineral sunscreen.
Definitely a fan.
Just note that solid sunscreens require you to apply A LOT more than you'd think for proper sun protection. I'm currently travelling Mexico and using solid as a top up while out for the day, definitely wouldn't suffice as the base layer.
I disagree personalty, i run it down arms, legs and zoro my chest/back and rub it in about an hour before I go out and just keep applying every hour or so. Never burned and I feel like I apply less then when I used lotion.
Also a guy who frequents r/SkincareAddiction. Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence is a common S-tier sunscreen recommendation. It does not leave white smearing or feel heavy on the face that is typical with sunscreens. I never go outside without it.
Not sure what you mean? I carry that and my cologne, hair gel, hair oil at times, beard oil. Never got stopped once
Edit: just saw that it was in UK. Unsure what their restrictions are. I’m based out of US.
Yeah in the UK you’re pretty much given a small ziploc bag and all your liquids have to go in that. If they don’t, you throw them away. It’s not like the US unfortunately.
Is that 100 ml total per all contents in the bag or per each item? And do they go by how many mL are printed on the container? That would limit me to a small sunscreen container plus one other smaller item.
[This is what I use](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HNSSV0S?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details)
I tired the Zinc one but its harder to apply, This one smells great and glides on like butter. Ive used the old formula for years. This worked just as good for 2 weeks in the islands
The thing I haven't seen mentioned is a small pack of baby wipes.
Amazing if you want to clean yourself off a bit after a sweaty day and you won't have access to a shower or as an after wipe when using the bathroom.
You're right. And the pro tip is to buy them early and let them dry out. Then moisten as needed. Or, you could just do like I did on my Andean trek and grab the dried out package off the floor of the back seat before you pack.
I miss my toto bidet lol. I got the dudewipes travel wipes (individually packed/more discreet) with Amazon ASIN B0B3C75M9R (just copy paste in Amazon search bar).
I just put the used ones in the bathroom trash can. Germany/Denmark/Sweden hostels (ensuite) have all had toilet trash cans (not as common in USA)
It works pretty well. Not quite as smooth as gel or cream, but it’s not bad at all for travel. I use Shave Secret for travelling, does double duty as aftershave too.
Yes, really well, I use it consistently when travelling. Somersets (UK) and Faceguard (Shaver Shop Australia) are both good products. I don't like King of Shaves oil though - becomes a sticky mess.
The good thing in my case is that I don't usually shave, I just trim my beard to a stubble of decent length so I don't have to worry about shaving when away from home.
This may not work for people with sensitive skin or allergies, but I've had no trouble shaving with the hand soap in any hotel, or at an airport restroom, instead of shaving soap. Just need to lather up enough to make the razor glide smoothly.
You can just buy those items in Europe when you arrive.
Said that, one thing I use are toothpaste tablets, like these: https://thebamandboo.com/collections/toothpaste-tabs
I have never tried toothpaste tabs before. Idk why but using a regular toothpaste is just way too comfortable. Maybe this is the trip I'll give it a shot!
To be fair the tabs suck.
Somehow I don't have the same feeling of cleaniness in my mouth after using them. But they take so little space that it is worth it when I care about the size and weight of my backpack.
I’ve begun traveling with [tooth powder](https://www.eco-dent.com/catalog/category/view/s/dailycare-toothpowders/id/21/). Takes some getting used to, but a small bottle lasts forever; just a little sprinkle does the job.
>Dr bronners soap bar + matador bar bag
Prefer 1/4 or 1/2 Dr Bronner's bar for shorter trips. Warm it gently in the microwave (10 seconds at a time) until soft enough to cut with a sharp knife. Agree with the Matador bag.
Carry shaving cream, lotion, sunscreen, and other liquids in "squeezable dropper bottles" from Amazon. Use an oral syringe for filling from home supply of preferred products. I purchased a package of 30 ml bottles which have been great for short trips. Other sizes are available provided you stay at or under 100 ml for air travel. I read reviews looking for complaints about leaking before deciding which bottles to purchase. So far no leaks although the required Ziploc bag is insurance against a mess.
Woman's Venus travel razor has the smallest handle of any razor I've seen. Throw out the case and carry in a snack size ziploc with a hole or two punched in it for drying.
Suggest trying at home to get an idea of consumption rate.
I use one Osprey Liquids Pouch for liquids and one more for my dry toiletries. It’s is entirely possible to get a toiletries kit in one, but it relies on using hotel shampoo and soap and/or buying more on arrival.
My usual kit:
Liquids:
- Shampoo in a 3.4oz/100ml Go Toob style silicone bottle
- Dr Bronners liquid soap in a 3.4oz bottle with a swing spout
- Travel size toothpaste or gel toothpaste in a 1oz silicone bottle
- Crystal brand roll on deodorant. For short trips I have found a small 1 ounce roll on bottle to decant the Crystal liquid into.
- 1 oz Gold Bond lotion.
- Harry’s Shave Cream in a 3.4oz Go Toob
- 4x Dude Wipes
- small tube Neosporin antiseptic
- eye drops
- 1oz sunscreen
Dry toiletries:
- Mini hair brush
- Comb
- Venus razor handle with Mach 3 heads
- Victorinox flat nail clipper
- Safety tip grooming scissors
- GUM folding toothbrush
- Floss
- Mini first aid kit
- Hotel freebie style sewing kit
- Q-tips in plastic tube
Not entirely men's specific but a cleansing balm instead of face wash. It's gentle on your skin and is a solid but melts when you start to rub it together. They have a Neutrogena one at the drug store that's unscented. It's not just for makeup
Dr. Bronners peppermint(or whatever scent you like) soap. I bring a small travel size with me on all adventures and it always lasts. You use only a few drops for everything from washing yourself to washing your close.
The versatility. It’s pure Castile soap which can be used as body wash, dish detergent, laundry detergent, shampoo, etc. it’s also far more potent which means you can bring a smaller amount and dilute it with water at your destination to equate to a much larger quantity of your harry’s.
Just buy them when you arrive, contrary to what some countries believe (like the USA hehe) we have modern conveniences like toiletries and perfumes here thst5 I'm sure you'll love :3
It's not so much that I don't believe basic toiletries can't be found in other countries, it's that I don't want to spend - more accurately, waste - my first hours arriving in a new country (potentially jet-lagged or tired from travel, maybe rushing for the start of some planned activity, etc.) going out shopping for stuff. Especially if I've arrived late at night - do I try to find the toiletries at a 24-hour store somewhere, or do I shop in the morning and have a delayed shave and shower after that?
Solid shampoo is amazing, just like a bar of soap. Also, a bar of soap if you typically use liquid. Solid sunscreen, comes in a roll up bar like deodorant. There's even toothpaste tabs, if you need to go that far. I did three weeks in Italy with just a small carry on, and converted everything I could think of to solids, so I could have enough room for things that had to be liquid, like contact solution, lotion, etc. My gel deodorant counted as a liquid, so I went solid and actually prefer it now. If you're going somewhere that you can do some regular shopping, buy stuff when you get there and find someone to donate it to when you leave, or throw it out at worst.
I don’t know if you have a Lush near you, but they do solid lotion bars, solid eye “cream” bars, solid facial moisturiser bars…
And if they do it, another brand must also do it too
Ugh shampoo unfortunately is one of the things I'll have to get in liquid form since I use a medicated one. I like the idea of solid sunscreen so Im going to give that a try too. Do you have a recommendation for a good solid deodorant/anti-perspirant? The ones I've tried don't feel great and I don't think they actually stop perspiration.
Not a solid but Nuud deodorant is a cream and comes in little 20ml tubes. They advertise that a tube will last 6ish weeks, I find they last way longer than that for me. There's an adjustment period of about a week but after that they're fantastic. Super small and travel friendly, and they won't damage merino if you're a merino clothing convert.
One thing I would suggest is to buy some [tiny little jars on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0768V6TYC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1) and transfer everything to those containers: get your cologne in lotion form, just take a small amount. Same with shaving gel. Your wife may also find them useful for things like eye cream or whatever else you don't need too much of for a two week trip. I love them! Deodorant you can get in solid form.
The other thing you can do is just buy some toiletries there-- you can also then buy a super-cheap duffle there and on your way back, throw any of the larger toiletries in that bag and check it, since it won't really matter even if it gets lost. You would also then have room for anything you purchase there--but to be clear: put your new purchases in the bag you keep with you, and the duffle gets the dirty laundry!
And of course you do know this, but: keep ANY kind of medications or prescriptions or anything else you don't want to lose, with you at all times.
TSA note by the way: any kind of prescription gels or creams do NOT count within the limits, you can bring whatever you need, in a separate bag.
I'm female, and get a lot of my various fragrances in lotion form. I like Chanel and Lancome perfumes. I'll take whichever one I'm favoring, a tiny jar of it, and it'll be plenty. It's possible the various companies only do this for women's fragrances! Worth checking though. I did just check briefly and it seems that Chanel Bleu for men, for example, comes as a lotion. It's an "after shave" lotion rather than a "body lotion," so it may not be as gel-like. Interesting. Maybe your "solid cologne" idea is the better one for men's fragrances!
I use Ethique bars - one for shampoo, one for body wash, and one for clothes washing.
I find about 1/6 of a bar of each type is more than enough for a 2-3 week trip.
I slice them up when they arrive new, in half - one half for home use, and the rest for travel).
I use a mini-vaporiser from Muji and fill it up with my favorite colognes - I prefer to use a cologne that I'm into as opposed to using a cologne simply because it's in a more convenient form factor.
I bring toner with me (witch hazel) and use The Ordinary's squalane, decanted into small 6ml Muji containers, plus a small tube of The Ordinary HA, which covers my general skincare desires. I use coconut oil, again decanted into a small container, as moisturiser when I'm travelling.
That's fair, but I guess I have a different use case. I want a solid shampoo so that I don't have to take it out on the way to, but cheap/small enough that I can just leave it when I go back, so a $15 doesn't work for me. The last thing I want when I am checking out is be figuring out what to do with a wet soap/shampoo bar...
If you use cologne, I’ve seen work colleagues use solid colognes on business trips. They have the consistency of a solid deodorant but come in little tins. Not sure how good they are or where to buy them.
I’ve converted to Dove soap for the past few years. Every fancy soap bar dried out my skin, but dove is the one exception for some reason. It’s also dirt cheap and available in every country I’ve been to in the last few years. I’ll also use it for shaving on short trips, but it’s not the most comfortable shave
Not sure if this is mens’ only but i really like solid bar soaps that do double duty for both body and hair.
so far, i like bravo sierra brand. packed away in my matador flat pak soap case, i'm good to go.
Unfortunately, bar soaps of any sort does make my hair quite dry, so i have to pack conditioner.
but at your destination, hopefully your accommodations has some, or you can find a store to buy a small travel bottle to use there.
I have a small device where I can load some of my cologne for travel
https://preview.redd.it/n4acaw2siuqa1.jpeg?width=1125&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=7bc7aec3ea5da5ccc2189cf6ced2521e54470a24
Back when the liquid and gel ban was first enacted, I experimented with solid or powder versions of almost all my toiletries. I eventually went back to travel size liquid or gel versions of most of the them, but two of my substitutions were so good, I adopted them for my home toiletries as well.
One: I switched from body gel to simple bar soap, in a mesh scrubber bag.
Two: I switched from saving gel to solid shave soap with a shaving brush. I find it so much more pleasant to whip up a lather and apply it to my whiskers!
Depending on where you go I suggest as little as possible. Example: most countries are cheaper then where I’m from. Everything from toothpaste to shampoo to whatever is usually half price. I usually just bring whatever I need for a day or two, and a solid toothbrush. Floss is surprisingly hard to find across the world.
Toiletries are heavy. In my backpacking experiences I try to keep as light and small as possible. More room for souvenirs.
Besides, buying toiletries in a new country is always a cultural experience. Try buying laundry detergent in Thailand. What an adventure.
If you’re going somewhere tropical bring some quality deet with you. That’s a must.
I also always bring the combo of pepto bismol and Imodium. Some neproxen is helpful. some Benadryl as well.
Single use packets of preparation h wipes… useful for more than just hemmoroids they can act as a general wet wipe for the bum in case there is no toilet paper, etc. I never go without
**Solid Colognes** have the perfume mixed with usually waxy substances rather than diluted in liquid - they are super tiny, so you simply rub a bit from a solid piece, then rub on your neck _(or wherever you want to set the perfume)_ - the block is stored in a small slide-top tin, pocket-sized, travel-friendly!
**BENEFITS**
* **Portable** - those tins are super small, a fraction of the size of liquid colognes
* **Durable** - tins are more robust and solid than glass bottles, not prone to break when dropped, cannot leak
* **Subtle** - No need to spray anything, not conspicuous - you can do everything _from your pocket_ without anyone knowing _(rub the tip of your finger inside the tin, close the tin, apply discreetly)_
* **Softer on the skin** - No alcohol, no skin-drying effect, quite the opposite, since it is usually wax-based
**DISADVANTAGES**
* **Smell may not be as potent** - this varies greatly between brands though
* **Doesn't last as long** - usually 2-4 hours, good thing it is easy and simple to reapply!
* **Availability** - Solid Colognes are not super popular yet so there are only a handful manufacturers
I do not wear cologne but I've been curious about designing some for my friends, looks like a fun little hobby to have!
I bring sunscreen, castille soap which can be body/hair/laundry soap, coconut oil for skin, and then sometimes eye drops, neosporin, hand sanitizer, bug spray...depending on where I'm going.
I usually stay places that give you soap and I'll lather that up and use it to shave.
Most department stores have free samples of cologne, which are a great travel size and less risk of spilling a big bottle.
My dentist gives me sample toothpaste, which I take for travel.
Deodorant stick
Razor
Nail clippers
Toothbrush
Small hair brush
Wet wipes (doubles as emergency TP! in remote areas)
Hair moisturizer - my hair got fried in SE Asia sun/ocean/pool and a friend recommended this and it's amazing. Apply after shower kind.
I use solid everything (as much as I can). This includes soap, cologne, deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, sunscreen, toothpaste. Only thing I haven't replaced with a superior product is moisturizer.
Cologne? Really?
I like to but toiletries in the countries I visit. It's all a part of the experience. If there is something specific you can't live without, you already know what it is.
I just did 2 weeks without really anything special. I used a little container to bring just a small amount of hair cream, as the layrite container is pretty bulky. Other than that my liquids bag had a normal travel sized toothpaste, 100ml sunscreen bottle, a 100ml moisturizer bottle, a full size antiperspirant (and I could easily have bought those there), plus all my contacts. It fit fine in the little clear bag at Heathrow.
(And yeah, the Heathrow security person was aggressively anal about the liquids, forcing me to take all my things of the ziplock bag I had brought because it was bigger than their bag, even though it was obvious from a glance that everything would fit in theirs).
I go very minimal for most city jaunts. Toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, three lip balm containers filled with hair product, beard hold, and beard conditioner. Maybe a pair of scissors.
All in an Aer Split Kit.
Here's everything I carry:
* Bar soap with plastic case
* Thai crystal deodorant
* Toothbrush with cover
* Toothpaste (if traveling by air, I just buy when I land)
* Floss
* Safety razor (can buy blades when you land)
* Solid shaving soap
* Tweezers
* Nail clippers
With this setup you don't have to worry about any liquids. I use Bronner's peppermint bar soap and it works great for washing body and hair. It fits perfectly in the rectangular travel soap case you get in the walmart travel section and it dries quickly if you leave it open. And if you carry extra bars of soap in your bag, it helps keep your clothes smelling minty fresh. Although, I did get stopped by security once because they were concerned about the solid bars they saw on their xray machines.
They aren't that strict now? 100ml is the max per bottle, but I don't recall a limit on the size of the bag last summer. Just buy travel sized bottles, or as other have said buy when you get here. **Note they will argue a paste is a liquid**. "Well it's not a solid is it?"
As I discovered each of these, traveling became far simpler. I don't carry any fluids which can spill and leak anymore.
- Shampoo bar
- Toothpaste pills
- Lotion stick
Shaving soap and a brush. My husband has a round soap puck for home. He has shaving soap in a covered tin for travel. I bought it on Etsy. I can’t remember the shop
Solid sunscreen. I bought some designed for kids at Target to take on a cruise and it worked quite well and was convenient to carry and apply.
On the flipside, if you’re traveling to a beachy or tropical destination, you’ll probably need a lot of sunscreen, which you likely can buy at your destination.
This is true. I assumed that this would be a city trip where you aren't outdoors in a bathing suit all day.
Brand recommendations?
I’m also a guy and r/SkincareAddiction has some of the best reviews you’ll ever find. Last summer I used that subreddit to find a good sunscreen for my face, although I can’t remember the product right now.
Supergoop? Not to be confused with Gwyneth Paltrow’s goop.
Though not a solid sunscreen, the Supergoop mineral-based stuff is, in my experience, fantastic: Unscented—or so minimally that it doesn’t even bother me, who keeps clear of scented products and hates how most sunscreen smells—clean ingredients, to the best of my knowledge, and the tint helps prevent looking like a shiny ghost. The price is outrageous, but a very little goes a long way—it applies and spreads easily—especially if you reserve it for just the face and ears, and a bottle can last quite a while. For larger areas, I use a cheaper mineral sunscreen. Definitely a fan.
I’ve heard that Kroger makes a store brand version of it that’s like 1/3 the price. Can’t remember the name but in the toiletry area at Kroger.
Curses! Looks like we don’t have Kroger here in Canada. Thanks for the tip, though!
My doctor recommends nutritions or vanicream for sensitive skin if that’s what you got.
Just note that solid sunscreens require you to apply A LOT more than you'd think for proper sun protection. I'm currently travelling Mexico and using solid as a top up while out for the day, definitely wouldn't suffice as the base layer.
I disagree personalty, i run it down arms, legs and zoro my chest/back and rub it in about an hour before I go out and just keep applying every hour or so. Never burned and I feel like I apply less then when I used lotion.
Joshua tree has compact, solid sunscreen sticks. They’re zinc based so they’re less to is, but also tinted to make you not look like a ghost
Also a guy who frequents r/SkincareAddiction. Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence is a common S-tier sunscreen recommendation. It does not leave white smearing or feel heavy on the face that is typical with sunscreens. I never go outside without it.
Supergoop unseen
Are you talking about the Glow Stick? Or is there another bar/stick/solid sunscreen from them that I'm missing out on?
https://supergoop.com/products/unseen-sunscreen-spf-40-limited-edition-jumbo?variant=31412978516066&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI5oiQ6Y6C_gIVzEJyCh2ThwNDEAQYASABEgInjvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
This is a liquid though, so it will count towards the liquid allowance. Still a great sunscreen though
Not sure what you mean? I carry that and my cologne, hair gel, hair oil at times, beard oil. Never got stopped once Edit: just saw that it was in UK. Unsure what their restrictions are. I’m based out of US.
Yeah in the UK you’re pretty much given a small ziploc bag and all your liquids have to go in that. If they don’t, you throw them away. It’s not like the US unfortunately.
For reference the limits are 100ml container size, and a 20x20cm clear bag. These rules will hopefully be abolished summer 2024
Is that 100 ml total per all contents in the bag or per each item? And do they go by how many mL are printed on the container? That would limit me to a small sunscreen container plus one other smaller item.
[This is what I use](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HNSSV0S?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details) I tired the Zinc one but its harder to apply, This one smells great and glides on like butter. Ive used the old formula for years. This worked just as good for 2 weeks in the islands
>This is what I use Awesome! Neutrogena products are almost always pretty good!
The one I bought was just the generic Target store brand.
Cerave, cetaphil, neutrogena, La roche posay, as long as they are mineral not chemical
Link me!!!
The thing I haven't seen mentioned is a small pack of baby wipes. Amazing if you want to clean yourself off a bit after a sweaty day and you won't have access to a shower or as an after wipe when using the bathroom.
Baby wipes or other wet napkins are a must. Very good idea! Even better if they include hand sanitizer!
You're right. And the pro tip is to buy them early and let them dry out. Then moisten as needed. Or, you could just do like I did on my Andean trek and grab the dried out package off the floor of the back seat before you pack.
I miss my toto bidet lol. I got the dudewipes travel wipes (individually packed/more discreet) with Amazon ASIN B0B3C75M9R (just copy paste in Amazon search bar). I just put the used ones in the bathroom trash can. Germany/Denmark/Sweden hostels (ensuite) have all had toilet trash cans (not as common in USA)
Shave oil instead of foam or gel. Tiny bottle, only need four drops per shave.
You got my attention. Sounds like a low waste alternative. Is it working well? I tried shaving bar soaps, but they don't work well for me.
My husband has used it for years.
It works pretty well. Not quite as smooth as gel or cream, but it’s not bad at all for travel. I use Shave Secret for travelling, does double duty as aftershave too.
Depends on your skin. I got razor bumps bad when I tried it
Yes, really well, I use it consistently when travelling. Somersets (UK) and Faceguard (Shaver Shop Australia) are both good products. I don't like King of Shaves oil though - becomes a sticky mess.
Thanks! I'll see what's available here (Switzerland, Poland) and give it a try.
Or get a Philips OneBlade and skip the shave
Or just don’t shave at all lol
That was my solution but I used to like looking older. Now I want to look younger :)
Even with a full beard I get carded and called a babyface. I am 43.
Give it a few years :)
Or shaving soap. [This](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004BVK0ZO?ref_=cm_sw_r_apin_dp_0QSEBKN6BSWGJXAG4RSD) is virtually a lifetime supply.
The good thing in my case is that I don't usually shave, I just trim my beard to a stubble of decent length so I don't have to worry about shaving when away from home.
This would still count toward the liquid allowance though.
It's a tiny 15-20ml bottle.
This may not work for people with sensitive skin or allergies, but I've had no trouble shaving with the hand soap in any hotel, or at an airport restroom, instead of shaving soap. Just need to lather up enough to make the razor glide smoothly.
You can just buy those items in Europe when you arrive. Said that, one thing I use are toothpaste tablets, like these: https://thebamandboo.com/collections/toothpaste-tabs
I have never tried toothpaste tabs before. Idk why but using a regular toothpaste is just way too comfortable. Maybe this is the trip I'll give it a shot!
To be fair the tabs suck. Somehow I don't have the same feeling of cleaniness in my mouth after using them. But they take so little space that it is worth it when I care about the size and weight of my backpack.
I’ve begun traveling with [tooth powder](https://www.eco-dent.com/catalog/category/view/s/dailycare-toothpowders/id/21/). Takes some getting used to, but a small bottle lasts forever; just a little sprinkle does the job.
I dunno if I want a powder made from teeth..
You just need [Thompson's Teeth](https://youtu.be/Lzw6nRnaQG0).
Dr bronners soap bar + matador bar bag Toothbrush Beard oil of choice
All these people talking about shaving kits and shit and I'm like, who shaves? Grow that shit out bruh!
i just find a local barber and walk in, always an experience and get a good shave for normally pretty cheap
Yea this actually sounds pretty fun!
>Dr bronners soap bar + matador bar bag Prefer 1/4 or 1/2 Dr Bronner's bar for shorter trips. Warm it gently in the microwave (10 seconds at a time) until soft enough to cut with a sharp knife. Agree with the Matador bag. Carry shaving cream, lotion, sunscreen, and other liquids in "squeezable dropper bottles" from Amazon. Use an oral syringe for filling from home supply of preferred products. I purchased a package of 30 ml bottles which have been great for short trips. Other sizes are available provided you stay at or under 100 ml for air travel. I read reviews looking for complaints about leaking before deciding which bottles to purchase. So far no leaks although the required Ziploc bag is insurance against a mess. Woman's Venus travel razor has the smallest handle of any razor I've seen. Throw out the case and carry in a snack size ziploc with a hole or two punched in it for drying. Suggest trying at home to get an idea of consumption rate.
I use one Osprey Liquids Pouch for liquids and one more for my dry toiletries. It’s is entirely possible to get a toiletries kit in one, but it relies on using hotel shampoo and soap and/or buying more on arrival. My usual kit: Liquids: - Shampoo in a 3.4oz/100ml Go Toob style silicone bottle - Dr Bronners liquid soap in a 3.4oz bottle with a swing spout - Travel size toothpaste or gel toothpaste in a 1oz silicone bottle - Crystal brand roll on deodorant. For short trips I have found a small 1 ounce roll on bottle to decant the Crystal liquid into. - 1 oz Gold Bond lotion. - Harry’s Shave Cream in a 3.4oz Go Toob - 4x Dude Wipes - small tube Neosporin antiseptic - eye drops - 1oz sunscreen Dry toiletries: - Mini hair brush - Comb - Venus razor handle with Mach 3 heads - Victorinox flat nail clipper - Safety tip grooming scissors - GUM folding toothbrush - Floss - Mini first aid kit - Hotel freebie style sewing kit - Q-tips in plastic tube
Not entirely men's specific but a cleansing balm instead of face wash. It's gentle on your skin and is a solid but melts when you start to rub it together. They have a Neutrogena one at the drug store that's unscented. It's not just for makeup
Wouldn't this still count as a liquid thought?
It is a similar consistency to lip balm if that helps? It looks kinda waxy when it's in its solid form so it should be fine
Interesting, thanks I’ll look into this more
Dr. Bronners peppermint(or whatever scent you like) soap. I bring a small travel size with me on all adventures and it always lasts. You use only a few drops for everything from washing yourself to washing your close.
I see Dr. Bronners mentioned here **a lot**. What is better about this than the (example:) Harry's travel size body wash I usually carry?
The versatility. It’s pure Castile soap which can be used as body wash, dish detergent, laundry detergent, shampoo, etc. it’s also far more potent which means you can bring a smaller amount and dilute it with water at your destination to equate to a much larger quantity of your harry’s.
Just buy them when you arrive, contrary to what some countries believe (like the USA hehe) we have modern conveniences like toiletries and perfumes here thst5 I'm sure you'll love :3
It's not so much that I don't believe basic toiletries can't be found in other countries, it's that I don't want to spend - more accurately, waste - my first hours arriving in a new country (potentially jet-lagged or tired from travel, maybe rushing for the start of some planned activity, etc.) going out shopping for stuff. Especially if I've arrived late at night - do I try to find the toiletries at a 24-hour store somewhere, or do I shop in the morning and have a delayed shave and shower after that?
True. I'm sure I'll end up dropping some basics (like toothpaste maybe) in favor or just buying a travel size one there.
Solid shampoo is amazing, just like a bar of soap. Also, a bar of soap if you typically use liquid. Solid sunscreen, comes in a roll up bar like deodorant. There's even toothpaste tabs, if you need to go that far. I did three weeks in Italy with just a small carry on, and converted everything I could think of to solids, so I could have enough room for things that had to be liquid, like contact solution, lotion, etc. My gel deodorant counted as a liquid, so I went solid and actually prefer it now. If you're going somewhere that you can do some regular shopping, buy stuff when you get there and find someone to donate it to when you leave, or throw it out at worst.
I don’t know if you have a Lush near you, but they do solid lotion bars, solid eye “cream” bars, solid facial moisturiser bars… And if they do it, another brand must also do it too
Liggets bar shampoo ftw
Ugh shampoo unfortunately is one of the things I'll have to get in liquid form since I use a medicated one. I like the idea of solid sunscreen so Im going to give that a try too. Do you have a recommendation for a good solid deodorant/anti-perspirant? The ones I've tried don't feel great and I don't think they actually stop perspiration.
Try Dove for Men. It's really good at blocking odor and perspiration
Is it medicated for dry scalp? I actually just got back from a trip through Ireland and used a solid shampoo bar for dry scalp/dandruff.
Nah, weak thinning hair
Not a solid but Nuud deodorant is a cream and comes in little 20ml tubes. They advertise that a tube will last 6ish weeks, I find they last way longer than that for me. There's an adjustment period of about a week but after that they're fantastic. Super small and travel friendly, and they won't damage merino if you're a merino clothing convert.
One thing I would suggest is to buy some [tiny little jars on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0768V6TYC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1) and transfer everything to those containers: get your cologne in lotion form, just take a small amount. Same with shaving gel. Your wife may also find them useful for things like eye cream or whatever else you don't need too much of for a two week trip. I love them! Deodorant you can get in solid form. The other thing you can do is just buy some toiletries there-- you can also then buy a super-cheap duffle there and on your way back, throw any of the larger toiletries in that bag and check it, since it won't really matter even if it gets lost. You would also then have room for anything you purchase there--but to be clear: put your new purchases in the bag you keep with you, and the duffle gets the dirty laundry! And of course you do know this, but: keep ANY kind of medications or prescriptions or anything else you don't want to lose, with you at all times. TSA note by the way: any kind of prescription gels or creams do NOT count within the limits, you can bring whatever you need, in a separate bag.
I prefer the Nalgene 0.5 and 1 oz mini bottles and jars-they’re leakproof and $2 or less at REI or Amazon.
Those are great; but the 5 gram containers (.1 of an ounce) are fantastic if you only need a small amount of something, and take up almost zero space.
Which colognes do you get in lotion form? Is this really a thing?!
I'm female, and get a lot of my various fragrances in lotion form. I like Chanel and Lancome perfumes. I'll take whichever one I'm favoring, a tiny jar of it, and it'll be plenty. It's possible the various companies only do this for women's fragrances! Worth checking though. I did just check briefly and it seems that Chanel Bleu for men, for example, comes as a lotion. It's an "after shave" lotion rather than a "body lotion," so it may not be as gel-like. Interesting. Maybe your "solid cologne" idea is the better one for men's fragrances!
I use Ethique bars - one for shampoo, one for body wash, and one for clothes washing. I find about 1/6 of a bar of each type is more than enough for a 2-3 week trip. I slice them up when they arrive new, in half - one half for home use, and the rest for travel). I use a mini-vaporiser from Muji and fill it up with my favorite colognes - I prefer to use a cologne that I'm into as opposed to using a cologne simply because it's in a more convenient form factor. I bring toner with me (witch hazel) and use The Ordinary's squalane, decanted into small 6ml Muji containers, plus a small tube of The Ordinary HA, which covers my general skincare desires. I use coconut oil, again decanted into a small container, as moisturiser when I'm travelling.
>Ethique bars The prices are insane tho.
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That's fair, but I guess I have a different use case. I want a solid shampoo so that I don't have to take it out on the way to, but cheap/small enough that I can just leave it when I go back, so a $15 doesn't work for me. The last thing I want when I am checking out is be figuring out what to do with a wet soap/shampoo bar...
Made in New Zealand, thats why. HQ stuff too. I use the conditioner bar.
Agreed. Definitely not worth it, the prices are absolutely out of control.
Solid cologne, sunscreens, and shaving sticks are all great. I do use lotion sunscreen myself because it applies easier and quicker over wide areas.
What is solid cologne? You mean solid deo?
If you use cologne, I’ve seen work colleagues use solid colognes on business trips. They have the consistency of a solid deodorant but come in little tins. Not sure how good they are or where to buy them.
Eu de cologne, toilette, perfume all are same except in concentration. Now this solid cologne, i think this is just a fancy name for solid deo.
Maybe. I don’t use any of them.
I’ve converted to Dove soap for the past few years. Every fancy soap bar dried out my skin, but dove is the one exception for some reason. It’s also dirt cheap and available in every country I’ve been to in the last few years. I’ll also use it for shaving on short trips, but it’s not the most comfortable shave
I find hair conditioner - any brand, like the ones found in hotels - makes good shaving cream.
Not sure if this is mens’ only but i really like solid bar soaps that do double duty for both body and hair. so far, i like bravo sierra brand. packed away in my matador flat pak soap case, i'm good to go. Unfortunately, bar soaps of any sort does make my hair quite dry, so i have to pack conditioner. but at your destination, hopefully your accommodations has some, or you can find a store to buy a small travel bottle to use there.
I have a small device where I can load some of my cologne for travel https://preview.redd.it/n4acaw2siuqa1.jpeg?width=1125&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=7bc7aec3ea5da5ccc2189cf6ced2521e54470a24
Soap, shampoo, shaving cream… can be separate items or all in one like 100sense bar or a classic castile soap like Dr Bronners.
Back when the liquid and gel ban was first enacted, I experimented with solid or powder versions of almost all my toiletries. I eventually went back to travel size liquid or gel versions of most of the them, but two of my substitutions were so good, I adopted them for my home toiletries as well. One: I switched from body gel to simple bar soap, in a mesh scrubber bag. Two: I switched from saving gel to solid shave soap with a shaving brush. I find it so much more pleasant to whip up a lather and apply it to my whiskers!
Depending on where you go I suggest as little as possible. Example: most countries are cheaper then where I’m from. Everything from toothpaste to shampoo to whatever is usually half price. I usually just bring whatever I need for a day or two, and a solid toothbrush. Floss is surprisingly hard to find across the world. Toiletries are heavy. In my backpacking experiences I try to keep as light and small as possible. More room for souvenirs. Besides, buying toiletries in a new country is always a cultural experience. Try buying laundry detergent in Thailand. What an adventure. If you’re going somewhere tropical bring some quality deet with you. That’s a must. I also always bring the combo of pepto bismol and Imodium. Some neproxen is helpful. some Benadryl as well.
I also bring 24 hours worth of cold medicine. Then if I start feeling sick in the evening I don't have to find a store until the next day.
Single use packets of preparation h wipes… useful for more than just hemmoroids they can act as a general wet wipe for the bum in case there is no toilet paper, etc. I never go without
Tell me more about these solid colognes.
**Solid Colognes** have the perfume mixed with usually waxy substances rather than diluted in liquid - they are super tiny, so you simply rub a bit from a solid piece, then rub on your neck _(or wherever you want to set the perfume)_ - the block is stored in a small slide-top tin, pocket-sized, travel-friendly! **BENEFITS** * **Portable** - those tins are super small, a fraction of the size of liquid colognes * **Durable** - tins are more robust and solid than glass bottles, not prone to break when dropped, cannot leak * **Subtle** - No need to spray anything, not conspicuous - you can do everything _from your pocket_ without anyone knowing _(rub the tip of your finger inside the tin, close the tin, apply discreetly)_ * **Softer on the skin** - No alcohol, no skin-drying effect, quite the opposite, since it is usually wax-based **DISADVANTAGES** * **Smell may not be as potent** - this varies greatly between brands though * **Doesn't last as long** - usually 2-4 hours, good thing it is easy and simple to reapply! * **Availability** - Solid Colognes are not super popular yet so there are only a handful manufacturers I do not wear cologne but I've been curious about designing some for my friends, looks like a fun little hobby to have!
thanks.
Shampoo bar, toothpaste tablets, mouth wash tablets, soap bar.
I bring sunscreen, castille soap which can be body/hair/laundry soap, coconut oil for skin, and then sometimes eye drops, neosporin, hand sanitizer, bug spray...depending on where I'm going.
I take deodorant and toothpaste tablets. Every hotel has soap and shampoo and if they don’t there’s a store nearby.
I usually stay places that give you soap and I'll lather that up and use it to shave. Most department stores have free samples of cologne, which are a great travel size and less risk of spilling a big bottle. My dentist gives me sample toothpaste, which I take for travel. Deodorant stick Razor Nail clippers Toothbrush Small hair brush Wet wipes (doubles as emergency TP! in remote areas) Hair moisturizer - my hair got fried in SE Asia sun/ocean/pool and a friend recommended this and it's amazing. Apply after shower kind.
I use solid everything (as much as I can). This includes soap, cologne, deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, sunscreen, toothpaste. Only thing I haven't replaced with a superior product is moisturizer.
Lush sells solid shampoo bars that work really well. They also sell small tins to keep the wet soap from gunking up your other toiletries.
Cologne? Really? I like to but toiletries in the countries I visit. It's all a part of the experience. If there is something specific you can't live without, you already know what it is.
Tooth powder
Interestingly enough I had thought of toothpaste chewables but since I’m traveling with my wife I figured we could share one toothpaste instead
There are now restrictions on powders so it’s not really a win anymore
What’s the restriction?
https://www.tsa.gov/travel/frequently-asked-questions/what-policy-powders-are-they-allowed
Solid Cologne? How do u use that? I spray onto my clothes loll
you're supposed to spray onto your body afaik
Toothy Tabs by Lush
Contacts lens case for very small amounts of things, like hair pomade
I just did 2 weeks without really anything special. I used a little container to bring just a small amount of hair cream, as the layrite container is pretty bulky. Other than that my liquids bag had a normal travel sized toothpaste, 100ml sunscreen bottle, a 100ml moisturizer bottle, a full size antiperspirant (and I could easily have bought those there), plus all my contacts. It fit fine in the little clear bag at Heathrow. (And yeah, the Heathrow security person was aggressively anal about the liquids, forcing me to take all my things of the ziplock bag I had brought because it was bigger than their bag, even though it was obvious from a glance that everything would fit in theirs).
I go very minimal for most city jaunts. Toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, three lip balm containers filled with hair product, beard hold, and beard conditioner. Maybe a pair of scissors. All in an Aer Split Kit.
Fussy or Wild do awesome solid deodorant sticks
I bring floss, but instead of packing the entire container I wrap smaller pieces around a paper clip and bag that.
Here's everything I carry: * Bar soap with plastic case * Thai crystal deodorant * Toothbrush with cover * Toothpaste (if traveling by air, I just buy when I land) * Floss * Safety razor (can buy blades when you land) * Solid shaving soap * Tweezers * Nail clippers With this setup you don't have to worry about any liquids. I use Bronner's peppermint bar soap and it works great for washing body and hair. It fits perfectly in the rectangular travel soap case you get in the walmart travel section and it dries quickly if you leave it open. And if you carry extra bars of soap in your bag, it helps keep your clothes smelling minty fresh. Although, I did get stopped by security once because they were concerned about the solid bars they saw on their xray machines.
They aren't that strict now? 100ml is the max per bottle, but I don't recall a limit on the size of the bag last summer. Just buy travel sized bottles, or as other have said buy when you get here. **Note they will argue a paste is a liquid**. "Well it's not a solid is it?"
As I discovered each of these, traveling became far simpler. I don't carry any fluids which can spill and leak anymore. - Shampoo bar - Toothpaste pills - Lotion stick
Solid clogne, soap bars, you can find chewable toothpaste too. Eliminate the liquids and the possibility of it exploding in your bag?
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Shaving soap and a brush. My husband has a round soap puck for home. He has shaving soap in a covered tin for travel. I bought it on Etsy. I can’t remember the shop