Comments on: Travel in a Carry-On, How to Fit it All in A 3-1-1 Bag

By: 15mins

15mins — Mon, 19 Feb 2018 14:00:01 +0000

In reply to Jo J. Yes, I love that! A lot of department stores also have small sample jars that they can give you that are roughly the same size. I have some great ones that are glass and close very securely, they're from Nordies. They just sit out on the counter next to the Chanel makeup at my store.

By: Jo J

Jo J — Sun, 18 Feb 2018 05:14:45 +0000

In reply to Anonymous. i saw a post on pinterest that shows using contact lens cases for small amounts of liquid makeup or moisturizers

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Mon, 17 Mar 2014 02:38:13 +0000

I just figured this one out – for liquid foundations, use those little sample jars you can get at Sephora. Squirt some foundation in and leave the bottle at home!

By: Jessica

Jessica — Tue, 08 Oct 2013 07:05:23 +0000

This is an awesome, super helpful post! Thank you SO much for sharing these tips that you've learned… so we can benefit from them as well. Totally going to pin this and refer to it next time I travel. : )
-Jess (frosting&facials)

By: DivaDebbi

DivaDebbi — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:48:49 +0000

Thanks Christine and Deb! I needed this. The amount of cosmetics and beauty that I hoist with me is out of control...literally weighing more than my clothing suitcase.

Nice job :)

By: Jules

Jules — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 13:31:39 +0000

I can definitely sympathize over the checking of the bag. My friend who I visit in LA several times a year always laughs at me because even for a two day trip I have to check my bag. I've tried decanting, but even doing that I have too much stuff! I'll definitely bookmark this post and reference it before my next trip! Maybe I won't have to check my bag for the first time next time!

By: kutekrazynails

kutekrazynails — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 08:20:37 +0000

I loved that movie. We waste so much time on various things that when it is all added up it seems crazy!

By: Christine

Christine — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 03:21:29 +0000

Deb- I agree, ironing is NOT fun! I never would have thought of this trick, I'm trying that one out too!

Anon- I thought of it this morning too! I love solid perfumes. Some have a lot more staying power than their liquid counterparts. The toothpaste tips is also really helpful!

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 03:01:56 +0000

I travel overseas a lot and often to multiple locations on one trip, so I've had to really work on packing efficiently as well. I suggest solid perfumes as another way to eliminate liquids. Many "gift with purchase" items are also travel sized. Finally, some airlines give out travel size toothpaste on board. I often snag one or two and use those for the duration of my trip and I can throw them away when I'm done.

By: Deb

Deb — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 02:06:08 +0000

Christine, GREAT job on the post! I never even thought to ask for samples at the counters; that's going in my bag of tricks immediately. Another random tip: I HATE to iron. It's evil. A while back i discovered Downey Wrinkle Release. You spray it on clothes, smooth down with hands and let dry. No ironing. But….it's liquid 🙁 Here's my workaround. I took some unscented fabric softener sheets, cut them into thin strips, and put in a snack size baggie. I got a smallish spray bottle, one that is a thick, squishy: type plastic and pack it empty. When I get to my hotel, I immediately unpack and hang my clothes. I then put 3 or 4 of the fabric softener strips in the spray bottle, fill with water, and shake. I spray my clothes, smooth out the wrinkles, and let hang to dry. After I'm done, I empty the bottle, take out the spray nozzle, and set it somewhere to dry out while I'm at my hotel. Then it's ready to pack to go home. I've used this method on everything from t-shirts to Calvin Klein suits. When the clothes are dry, they are wrinkle free and ready to wear. I haven't ironed in a hotel room (or at home) for 3 years. Obviously, you have to make sure the fabric is not too delicate for water. My entire unpacking process and getting my stuff ready for the days ahead now takes me between 20-30 minutes. And that's if I move slow.