From boarding gate to boardroom, this list is your ultimate guide to work trip essentials for the modern working girl. These curated picks will keep you organized, stylish, and comfortable—whether you’re running to catch a flight, heading straight in...
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👜 Carry-On Essentials
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I’m a germaphobe and this comes through so clutch on my plane rides for work. I use it to spray my tray table and arm rests.
Lysol To Go Travel Size Disinfectant Spray, Crisp Linen, 1.5 fl oz
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As a self Proclaimed elder millennial, I use my pill case all the time. It’s easier to use the case instead of bringing all my bottles
Crush Everything's Fine Pill And Vitamin Cases, 2-3/4”H x 3-3/4”W x 1-1/8”D, Assorted Colors, Pack Of 24 Cases
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Pretty self explanatory, people and planes are
Gross and these come through in a pinch.
Wet Ones Antibacterial Hand Wipes Fresh Scent, 20CT
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I love all my cosmetics and make up as much as the next girl and I need ALL of the the things. This is large and fits both my toiletries and makeup in a ergonomic case that is soooo stinking cute and carry on friendly
Large Clear Cosmetics Case in Dragonfruit
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This is by far my favorite luggage brand. I’ve owned this for almost 3 years. My previous that I own for 10 years, the size of this is easy and economic. It comes with a built-in lock and option for battery pack.
Voltage DLX Carry-On Spinner | Luggage | Samsonite
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This is a super convenient travel case for all of your liquids. I got it on sale at the same time that I was able to get my carry-on suitcase.
6pc Travel Bottle Set
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I personally love making my own little version of a charcuterie box to take on the plane, but I hate eating out of plastic so I found these metal bento boxes and I love filling them with my favorite Charcuterie treats and taking them on my long haul ...
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At my age compression socks have become a must for air travel. This prevents my spider veins from getting worse and are also cute
Go Explore (Merino Wool Compression Socks)
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I usually bring a small compression cube on the flight with me with a change of clothes, underwear, and socks, so that when I land, especially for a long haul, I can take a shower
6 Set Compression Packing Cubes Travel Organizer
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I always bring an empty water bottle so that once I get past security, I can fill it with water and get on the plane. Never drink the water on planes.
FreeSip® Water Bottle
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A travel fan is an absolute must as a Texan. I absolutely hate being hot on planes and sometimes the airflow in the AC above is not enough. This is great and a pinch if you’re flying on a hot day.
JISULIFE Handheld Fan Life7, 5-Speed, Foldable, 5000mAh
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I can’t eat sugar anymore, but I always get the craving and when I do, I reach for the Smart suites on a flight. These curb my sugar cravings and taste pretty great
Kroger - Smart Sweets® Sourmelon Bites™ Candy Bag, 1 bag / 1.8 oz
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A friend of mine bought this bag a few years ago as her carry-on and I thought it was absolutely brilliant. It’s got a great backpack design but the way that you pack the bag is similar to a duffel bag making it an easy convenient carry-on
BABOON Big (60L) Go Bag: 5 Day Travel Duffle For Adventure
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I cannot leave the house without this. I usually throw it in my carry on cosmetic pouch for easy access.
Lip Butter Balm Vanilla Beige
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This is my go to skin care routine at home and I love that it comes in a convenient mini version that I can throw into my carry-on on a short work trip.
Hydration Heroes with Green Tea
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This is my go to face spray for my rosacea.
It usually flares when I travel and this keeps it at bay and keeps my skin flawless.
Hypochlorous Acid Solution
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This is my fav mineral sunscreen that doesn’t irritate my skin especially since on a travel day switching from one climate to another.
Total Protection® No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50
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As a curly girl, it’s essential for me to protect my curls, even when I sleep. These silk pillowcases helped me to minimize damage while sleeping and keep my curls fresh for another day. I also hate wearing bonnets and they end up falling off my head...
White Queen Zippered Pillowcase
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An old coworker of mine shared this hack with me many years ago. She claimed that by throwing a eucalyptus tablet into your shower during traveling, help to calm the nerves made it easier for her to go to sleep on work trips and many years later it’s...
Bergamot + Eucalyptus Shower Steamer
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After a long day of traveling, sometimes I look absolutely exhausted. I use these under eye patches to refresh my face and look more youthful in the morning. They work like a charm every time they’re super hydrating and plump my under eyes up to make...
I struggle with type two rosacea and one of the things that helps me keep it at bay is red light therapy at home. I have a panel, but it’s just too bulky to take on the road so I’ve bought this mask and I keep it in my carry-on to give myself a littl...
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This is hands-down, my favorite hand lotion. I’ve super dry skin and I tend to wash my hands a lot because I’m always in and out of hospitals for my medical sales job and this rehydrates my hands and leaves them feeling silky soft.
Shea Butter Intensive Hand Balm
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Noise cancellation headphones are sooo crucial especially on planes with small children.
Apple - AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation - White
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This is great for my content filming while traveling instead of bringing my entire tripod.
It’s also great for hands free conference calls while you get ready in the morning during a work trip.
Cotton Candy Blue MightyGrip MagSafe Mount
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This bad boy has saved me so many times on a travel day! It’s light weight convenient and holds a decent charge on the go.
Apple MagSafe Battery Pack
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This is super convenient for traveling and keeping track of my phone. It’s great for easy carrying
Chunky Beaded Phone Ropes
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Having so many cables for phones, iPads, computer chargers and adapters is overwhelming for my adhd brain. This helps me organize it all and keeps it in one place.
Tech Organizer in Bluebell
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I got this as a gift yearrsss ago and still use it
To this day. It’s an unlimited folding phone holder perfect for any plane set up for hands free entertainment
The Original FLIGHT FLAP - Bestselling Phone & Tablet Holder
🌙 Hotel Comforts
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I have the hardest time sleeping in hotels and this always does the trick to knock me out after a long travel day.
OLLY 3mg Melatonin Sleep Gummies - Blackberry Zen - 10ct
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I have such trust issues when it come to the cleanliness of hotel rooms.
Disposable sheets always give me peace of mind. Absolutely necessary
Disposable Travel Bed Sheets King Size,91*71IN Disposable Hotel with Quilt Cover and Pillowcase,Disposable Bedding Travel Bedding Disposable Sheets for Business Travel Hotel Essentials - Walmart.com
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Some will call it wasteful but it’s a need for home away from home. I hate walking barefoot in hotels and this is a great small comfort
Chochili 24 Pairs Fabric Packed Terry Cotton Disposable Hotel Slippers for Airbnb Spa Nail Wedding Guests Adult Men Women Size 10-11, White - Walmart.com
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OK, this is a little unorthodox and some of my girlfriends think that I’m clinically insane but I absolutely have to have a portable humidifier in my hotel room. I bought this one earlier this year and it’s left my sinuses clear and my skin and hair ...