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What's in My Travel Bag: The Essentials You Won't Want to Forget!

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Have you ever wondered what must-haves go into a travel bag to make your trip stress-free and unforgettable? From the essentials to the unexpected items that make all the difference, I'm sharing the secrets behind packing smart. Whether you're a seas...
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Body Care

Pack compact, TSA-approved sizes of your favorite skincare products like hydrating moisturizers, soothing body washes, and gentle facial cleansers. Don’t forget a nourishing lip balm, refreshing hand sanitizer, and a lightweight sunscreen to protect ...

 
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great shampoo! have this in the big bottle at home.
Travel Size MOISTURE Shampoo - MONDAY Haircare | Ulta Beauty
 
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again love this conditioner it also has a slight floral scent like the shampoo
Travel Size MOISTURE Conditioner - MONDAY Haircare | Ulta Beauty
 
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lovely body wash with clean ingredients and a nice scent too
Simply Nourish Mini Body Wash - method | Ulta Beauty
 
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morphe brushes are amazing, and this kit comes with a bag and all the brushes you need!
Travel Shaping Essentials Bamboo & Charcoal-Infused Travel Brush Set - Morphe | Ulta Beauty
 
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hands down the best cream, this has saved my cracked skin and heels every time
Travel Size Shea Butter Hand Cream for Dry Skin - L'Occitane | Ulta Beauty
 
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totally unnecessary but the scent is divine
Travel Size St. Barts Body Crème - OUAI | Ulta Beauty
 
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This is a great, gentle body wash. Your skin doesn't feel too stripped after using it, and it does a great job of cleaning your body after a lot of excursions!
Travel Size The Glow Getter Multi-Oil Hydrating Body Wash - Naturium | Ulta Beauty
 
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if you are prone to chafing this will save you! my legs are always chafing in shorts, which saves my skin from being raw.
Thigh Rescue Mini Anti-Friction Stick - megababe | Ulta Beauty
 
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great if you're travelling with a special someone or a group and you don't want to embarrass yourself while going number 2, or after throwing up after a night out.
Beach Bum Pocket Sprayer Before-You-Go Toilet Spray - Poo~Pourri | Ulta Beauty
 
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great aluminum free deodorant, however if you are prone to getting rashes from baking soda avoid this - it has baking soda.
Lavender, Tea Tree Travel Extra Strength Deodorant - Milk + Honey | Ulta Beauty
 
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great value for money, it comes with a cream, body wash and body spray. If you are a fan of this scent, i would recommend this - bonus it makes great gifts!
Brazilian Bum Bum Jet Set - Sol de Janeiro | Ulta Beauty
 
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MUST HAVE - airports and public places are dirty!
Travel Size Sweet Pineapple & Honey Melon Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer - Hempz | Ulta Beauty
 
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It's the best sunscreen and super easy to apply. It does not leave a white cast, and because it's in stick form, it's easy to reapply.
Clear Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+ - Shiseido | Ulta Beauty
 
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another great sunscreen with no white cast, leaves skin looking dewy, it's also perfect for the body as well. love this sunscreen
Hydro Boost Water Gel Lotion Sunscreen SPF 50 - Neutrogena | Ulta Beauty
 
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will save your dry cracked lips!
Cicaplast B5 Lip Balm for Dry Lips - La Roche-Posay | Ulta Beauty
 
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can't go wrong with this one, i also use this product anywhere i need a boost of moisture it is super versatile.
1 pack Lip Repair - Aquaphor | Ulta Beauty

Packing Essentials

Here are recommendations for items that will help you pack smart, keep everything organized and neat, and use all the space in your luggage efficiently. Also, keep your stuff and yourself safe.

 
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these packing cubes comes in a variety of sizes, perfect for customizing depending on the nature of your trip. this also comes with a dust bag for your purses and a shoe bag to keep your shoes safe and away from your other items in your luggage
BAGAIL 10 Set Packing Cubes - Cream
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if you don't have the time to purchase travel sized items, these bottles will save you from that extra shopping trip!
18 Pack TSA Approved Travel Toiletry Bottles
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can't tell you the number of times my clothes were wrinkled, this is a life saver in those times where an iron or steamer isn't available.
Downy Wrinkle Release Spray, Travel Size 90ml
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must have you need to lock up your luggage especially for those long international trips
BV TSA Accepted Luggage Travel Lock, 2 Pack
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if your travelling with alot of people and sharing a room this comes in handy and also has USB options if you forget your charger head.
Flat Plug Power Bar with USB C, 3 Outlets
 
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need a portable charger, especially for those longer excursions! multiple head options for different types of devices
Charmast 10000mAh Portable Charger with Cables
 
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these are perfect for taking pictures at the beach or in the pool, i find that kids love this, that way they are able to take cool pictures while keeping their phones safe.
Lamicall Waterproof Phone Pouch 2 Pack IPX8
 
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if you're travelling to europe, this is a must have!!
VYLEE Travel Plug Adapter, 4 AC & 4 USB
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you need this for tropical countries or places where you know there are going to be a lot of bugs that will bite
After Bite Outdoor Insect Sting Treatment 0.7oz
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this is perfect, because it's so small and you might not need it, but maybe you might and you will be happy you packed this small but mighty umbrella!
BAODINI Mini Travel Umbrella with Case
 
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for those hot sweaty days when you need to cool down, for your hot flashes or when your kids are super hot and uncomfortable
JISULIFE Mini Pocket Handheld Fan - Blue
 
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must have for any type of excursion you never know when this will come in handy
Johnson&Johnson Mini First Aid Kit
 
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love these for travel, if you are sensitive to sounds, or need to focus, sleep, or read these come in handy i love my loop ear plugs
Loop Quiet 2 Ear Plugs - Reusable Noise Reduction
 
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if you're travelling with kids and don't want them to be glued to a screen this will keep them busy!
Esjay Busy Board Montessori Toys for Toddlers