1. A wireless portable charger because having a dead phone is just such a pain in the *you know what* — especially when you're not in the comfort of your home. Instead of packing those massive power banks, just toss this tiny but mighty lipstick-size charger into your bag! Promising review: "I initially bought this for my fiancé to carry with him on the golf course, as his battery is ALWAYS dying.
This small portable charger allows up to THREE FULL charges with battery percent on 5% . I love that it doesn't have any wires and plugs right into your phone; you can put your phone in your pocket or bag and charge on the go . With this portable charger, you will never have a dead phone battery.
" — Kristina Michelle Get it from Amazon for $26.99 (available in five colors). 2.
A pair of high-waisted, fleece-lined leggings that'll be part of your go-to airport 'fit because you'll be so comfy-cozy. They'll keep you warm on those freezing flights, but they're also breathable enough that you won't overheat. Plus, they have a hidden pocket in the waistband so you can tuck away your small, important items.
Promising review: "I bought this pair of leggings initially so I could have something warm and comfortable to wear while working at home that wasn't just a pair of sweatpants — they ended up becoming a staple of my workout wardrobe too! I ended up getting two more pairs in the no-pocket style so I can cycle through them during the week for my outdoor walks/runs. Fit-wise, if you're not looking for something super-snug, I'd suggest going a size up. The legs are a little long on me, but I'm short (5'1") and I'm used to things being a little long on me.
My only gripe about these is that the side pocket isn't anywhere near big enough to hold my phone, but I've got a huge phone, so I'm used to it not fitting in pockets easily. Long story short: I love these, and if you're looking for warm leggings, either for working out or for lounging around the house, you should get a pair of these ." — Beth Lynn Nolen Get it from Amazon for $33.
99+ (available in women's sizes XS–3XL, in 25 colors, and in three different pocket options). 3. An Airplane Pocket tray cover because 1) those airplane pockets are so NOT elastic and all they can hold is a barf bag and 2) think about the germs from all the people who have been there before you.
All you have to do is slip this over the tray in front of you and you'll be able to store your snacks, drinks (big plus), and even your laptop to make your flight as convenient as possible! Check out a TikTok of the Airplane Pockets tray table cover in action. Airplane Pockets is a small business that specializes in sanitary, portable travel organization products. Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord had to say about it: "I used this on a roundtrip from NYC to Tokyo, both with connecting flights in Canada, and cannot sing its praises enough.
It fit all four of the different tray tables I used it on and was so ridiculously handy for keeping track of all my littler odds and ends like AirPods, the plane's headphones, earplugs, a sleep mask, a book, gum, a scrunchie, and little snacks. The hanging end of it easily tucked into the built-in sleeve of the seat in front of me for takeoff and when other passengers needed to scoot past me in my aisle seat. Usually, I feel like a hot mess and get frustrated rooting around in the grimy sleeve for my stuff, and this was such a refreshing solution! Several flight attendants even asked where I got it to buy one for themselves!" Get it from Amazon for $29.
99. 4. Plus, a patterned travel tray for kids if your kiddo tends to be on the messier side or is accident-prone (let's be real, what kid ISN'T).
You can either lay the tray flat, fold up two corners to create a play area, or fold up all four when it's snack time. *And* if you put up their table, there's a slot for their tablet to keep them entertained (while you relax). Lusso Gear is a small business that specializes in travel products.
Promising review : "Absolutely love this for traveling with kids!!! We bought this for a recent trip with our daughter and it made snack time and playtime on the flight so much easier and mess-free . It’s sturdy, high-quality, and fits perfectly on the tray table and tablet. It’s also a nice extra layer of protection from germs when traveling.
Our daughter loved the cute mermaid design too!" — Laura Knotts Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (available in five prints). 5.
A lightweight backpack that you could totally use as your personal item because it fits perfectly under any airplane seat. It has a wet section, shoe compartment, anti-theft zipper pocket, and a laptop sleeve. Oh, and here's the kicker, it's waterproof *AND* has a built-in charging port! Mary Poppins who? You still need to connect a power bank to the inside to use the charging port, but reviewers still love it because it's easily accessible! Promising review: " I have sent the link for this bag to so many loved ones because it has changed the way I’ve traveled .
I have always been the over packers having to pay excess weight fees on my luggage. Since using this bag I have been able to cut down to a carry-on and personal item most trips. Come the end of this year, my husband and I will have been on eight trips.
This bag has been with us for half of them. I use it as my personal item and easily pack shoes, a large cosmetic bag, hair tools, clothes, a steamer, snacks, chargers, and other small items — it holds so much. The cream color is very stylish and it is easy to clean.
I cannot explain enough how much I love it. I’ll be ordering my husband one in another color for our longer trips." — Mads Get it from Amazon for $32.
99+ (available in four sizes and 42 colors/styles). 6. A set of splurge-worthy Bose noise-canceling headphones because as cute as babies are, their crying sure isn't — especially when you're on a red eye or woke up at an ungodly hour.
Just put these on, blast your fave tunes, and put yourself on DND. If you wanna catch some shuteye, use quiet mode to completely block out any surrounding noise. It also comes with aware mode so you can hear everything going on around you *and* your fave tunes.
The third mode, immersion mode, gives you spatial audio so you can feel like you're at the Guts World Tour. Promising review: " These headphones are a game changer. As an avid music enthusiast, frequent traveler, and love of movies in a loud and busy household, these headphones have improved my audio experiences in ways I never knew were possible.
First and foremost, the noise cancellation is unparalleled. The moment you put these on, the outside world fades away. However, it still offers the ability to be aware of your surroundings when needed without stopping your audio.
If you are traveling you don't need to worry about the headphones going out on you, because the battery life is incredible. As with all Bose products the craftmanship and quality is top-notch. I have been hesitant to purchase Bose headphones in the past because I just didn't think that I would be able to tell enough of a difference.
I was wrong. I am beyond excited to have these headphones, and it has added so much to my entertainment enjoyment. " — P.
O. Get them from Amazon for $429 (available in four colors). 7.
A set of silicone "EarPlanes" if you simply cannot deal with the ear pressure during landing, takeoff, and turbulence — and having it affect your entire trip. Just insert them right before takeoff, then reinsert them one hour before landing so you don't have to experience all that popping or clogging! Promising review: "This product has changed my life. I travel fairly frequently and always have issues with ear pressure on the plane.
My ears will be clogged up, and it is painful to swallow for a day or two after short-distance flights. But now, I use these and fly incident-free. You are supposed to insert them before the plane takes off and then before landing.
I have found that it works best if I leave them in the entire flight from before takeoff until landing, but they work almost as well if you take them out once you reach cruising altitude. " — Thomasina Get a pack of one pair from Amazon for $7.29 (also available in multipacks).
8. A 3-in-1 foldable magnetic wireless charger because rifling through your nicely packed bag to find multiple chargers kinda hurts your heart. This magnificent thing can juice up your iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch at once, and all you need is *ONE* cord — aka you won't have to fight over the outlets at the airport.
Plus, it folds up so easily, it'll barely take up any space in your bag! Promising review: "This has been a total game changer for my charging routine! The foldable 3-in-1 design is not only incredibly convenient but also a space-saver – perfect for home or on-the-go charging. I mostly use it for travel . The magnetic feature ensures a secure connection with my iPhone, and the ability to charge multiple Apple devices simultaneously is a fantastic bonus.
The sleek and compact design makes it an ideal travel companion, and the overall build quality is top-notch. If you're tired of dealing with tangled cords and want a hassle-free charging experience, this is a must-have gadget!" — Deven D. Chambers Get it from Amazon for $33.
99+ (available in six colors). 9. Or a compact 2-in-1 charger that can charge up to three devices, including your laptop, so you'll be able to work in the terminal without having to search high and low for multiple outlets.
But get this — it also doubles as a power bank so you'll never have a dead phone again! It has two USB-C ports and one USB-A port. Promising review : "I traveled for four weeks and this nice unit was perfect — charged everyone's iPhones during the day, and my iPad and my computer while taking the train for a few hours at a time. Other than it being a little heavy for all day carrying, it was a perfect unit to buy.
" — Julie Get it from Amazon for $69.99 (available in two colors). 10.
An AirFly so you'll never have to deal with the internal battle of whether or not to buy those $6 headphones with horrendous sound quality. Just plug in this genius gadget into the headphone jack and connect your wireless earbuds to watch Crazy Rich Asians and ugly cry (maybe that's just me tho). Come on, JetBlue, it's 2024 and we need Bluetooth audio!!! It also comes with a USB-C charging cable, travel pouch, keychain holder, quick-start guide, and a manual.
Twelve South is a husband-and-wife-owned small business based in Charleston, South Carolina. They've been designing accessories inspired by and made for Apple products since 2009. BuzzFeed Shopping editor Chelsea Stuart says, "Last year I splurged on some AirPods Max and for the amount of money I threw down on them, I was determined to get as much use out of them as possible and that included on plane rides.
With the AirFly Pro, I can connect my headphones via Bluetooth and use the seat-back screen without having to fiddle with the free wired headphones they hand out that 1.) have horrible sound quality and 2.) don't fit my ears in the slightest.
(I swear my ear canals are tiny or something??)" Promising review : "I saw this on TikTok and bought it instantly for an upcoming trip. I wish I knew about this sooner so I could enjoy inflight entertainment without needed additional headphones. This allows for that, which is great.
It works so well, my husband bought one as well. Highly recommend." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $34.
99+ (available in four styles and two colors). 11. A luggage drink caddy because you just *had* to grab coffee, even though boarding ends in five minutes.
Instead of running to the gate with a latte in one hand, spilling everywhere, and your uncooperative luggage in the other, just slide this onto your suitcase handle and place your cup in the pocket. It features two cup holders and a slim back pocket perfect for safely stowing your passport or phone! Reviewers say it's ideal for a suitcase that can roll on four wheels! If you have a suitcase that has to tilt while it rolls, just be careful if the drinks are open at the top. Promising review: "This cup holder is perfect! It helps me a lot! Last time I took a plane with a suitcase and a cup of coffee, when it’s my turn to check my passport and ticket, the coffee cup fell to the ground and coffee sprinkled.
It was a nightmare! This time I bought this cup holder, it did do me a favor! I don't have to worry about where my cup and phone are! I can free my hands to do other things. I love it so much! Hope you love it too." — Philip Get it from Amazon for $9.
99+ (available in 30 colors). 12. A memory foam contoured sleep mask in case you want to get some rest but your neighbor insists on keeping the overhead light on (*bombastic side eye* 👀).
Plus, your lashes will stay ~on fleek~ thanks to the crevices molded perfectly for your eyes. Check it out in this TikTok . Promising reviews : " The BEST BEST BEST and most comfortable sleep mask I’ve found.
Night shifter for years, and have tried everything. Many other sleep masks have some qualities but not all. This one is AMAZINGLY SOFT, VERY THICK, plush, high quality material, quality stitching that won’t come apart like so many others that are cheaply made, and it’s EXTREMELY COMFORTABLE even though it’s a good price.
Very impressed and pleasantly surprised." — Amazon Customer "I loved it so much, I bought a second for my boyfriend! We both travel so much that sometimes you end up in a hotel room where the blinds still let in light, and this blocks it out without compressing your eyelids where it feels like you’re being forced to keep them shut. I love that the compression contours around your eye so that you can open your eyes without feeling like you’re restricted.
I love it so much I sleep with it at home now and I never travel without it! " — Jordann Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in six colors). 13.
A stuffable travel luggage pillow because you refuse to pay that hefty carry-on fee — so fair, bestie. You can just shove your clothes into this, um, bag? pillow? both? and use it as a neck pillow so you can use your personal bag for other things. We love a loophole.
Tube is a small business that specializes in uniquely-designed storage travel pillows. Promising review: "I bought this looking to both save space and gain comfort for those long airplane rides. I was pleasantly surprised that they worked so well and fit so much into them while not sacrificing baggage space.
I could fit at least a full day's worth of clothes in it. Also works well if you have one of those backpacks with the attachment clip and loop system as you can use this as a strap to avoid purchasing another carry-on bag from airlines." — Victor Tolentino Get it from Amazon for $36.
95 . 14. An inflatable wedge pillow so you can take a little nap at the terminal because your family insisted on getting to the airport five hours early (*rolls eyes*) .
Just slide your arms through the bottom and rest your head on top, AND you can use it on the airplane tray during the flight! Can't sleep while traveling? No worries, because this gem also doubles up as a back rest *and* seat cushion for optimal comfort. Promising reviews: "Just received this and so far so good! Inflates within mere seconds and the same to deflate. Seems really supportive and comfortable.
I was influenced by a TikTok review so I’m assuming it’ll be a gem on flights! " — Katelyn "Used this on four international flights last month, and it made all the difference in the world. It's compact, quick and easy to inflate/deflate, very versatile in how you can position it, and it doesn't rely on the tray table. I can very comfortably lean forward in my seat and sleep almost like I can in a bed.
" — Still Chilly in Colorado Get it from Amazon for $24.99 . 15.
Or an inflatable footrest to properly put your feet up instead of trying to fold your entire leg to fit on your seat. Reviewers say that it's super easy to inflate and deflate — especially without a pump, slaaaay. You can adjust it between three heights to whatever feels comfy, and you can use it in cars as well as planes! It comes with a drawstring storage bag, an eye mask, earplugs, and dust cover! Promising review: "I didn't buy this for the longest time thinking inflation would be annoying or it'd be too bulky — I finally ordered it and love it.
It's very easy to inflate since it has the two inflation methods. Folds up smaller than our travel pillows. It's great for travel in car and planes, and our kid likes sitting on it at home too.
Recommended." — D Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in four colors and in two-packs).
16. A window seat BevLedge because that tiny, shallow crevice on the tray table made specifically for cups does nothing, ABSOLUTELY NOTHING. This nifty thing will *actually* prevent your drinks from spilling, and all you have to do is slide it onto the plane window — make economy feel a little more business class.
BevLedge is a small business that specializes in travel accessories. Promising review: "A friend recommended this to me as a vital travel companion, now that I've returned to frequent flying. I initially thought of it as a novelty, but now that I've used it, it's a necessity.
It keeps the workspace clear for my laptop, but it also organizes all the little pieces that can become so annoying to keep up with — glasses, earphones, etc. It got my seat mate's immediate attention, as well as a few other folks nearby. I suspect they'll have one soon.
Watch for one soon in a window near you!" — Timothy G. Wolfe Get it from Amazon for $19.99 .
17. A car backseat organizer you can just hook onto the back of the headrest to give your passengers, aka your kiddos, a deluxe experience — they better give you a 5-star rating! This will hold their snacks, drinks, and toys instead of all that being piled on the floor. Plus, there are a few hooks at the bottom to hold bags! Promising review: "Really happy with this cup holder thing.
Bought two for a road trip in my Honda CRV. It has cup holders already, but they’re in the middle armrest, where our dog needed to sit. These were easy to install and more sturdy than I thought they’d be.
Big enough to hold a 30-ounce Stanley. 😆 The kids put snacks in the side slots. Good buy!" — Robin Plemmons Get it from Amazon for $17.
99 (also available in a two-pack). 18. A freezable snack box because your tot will only eat the PB&Js that you make and NOTHING ELSE.
Just pop the bag into the freezer overnight and it'll keep your food cold for hours — without needing an ice pack! This is a great solution for storing breast milk and keeping it cold! If you have to pump during your flight and don't want milk to go to waste, this pouch will come in handy! Promising review: "Recently used this to travel on a flight where no meal was to be served. Followed instructions for freezing before using. I packed some ham, cheese sticks, and mayo packets.
Everything was kept remarkably cold. Can't wait to use this again." — TexasGal Get it from Amazon for $17.
99 (available in 15 colors and prints). 19. A cup catcher so whenever your bb feels like throwing a cup, milk doesn't end up splattering everywhere on your car's interior.
Just attach it to their car seat or stroller so the next time their impulses take over, you'll be like, "Uh-uh, you won't get me this time, sweetie." Check out a TikTok of the cup catcher in action. Promising review: "These are fantastic for keeping my child from dropping her sippy cup over and over during meals.
I'd recommend to any parent who just wants one thing to be easier. But isn't that all of us?" — Leigh Powers Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in seven colors and multipacks).
20. An ultra cozy hoodie that has everything you need to be comfortable, seriously. It has a built-in eye mask (absolutely genius), a large kangaroo pocket for all your snacks, and the softest material ever.
Just whip out the hood, cover your peepers, and you'll be sleeping in no time. Pond Los Angeles is an Asian woman-owned small biz that sells luxury travel products! Promising review: "I fly a lot and am constantly trying to find a hoodie with a big hood to cover my eyes so I can catch up on some beauty sleep on flights. I saw this product on Instagram and knew it would be a game changer.
I was able to use it recently for the first time on an early morning flight, and let me tell you, it is EVERYTHING I was looking for and more. It’s comfy, cozy, oversized, and the eye covers make you feel like you’re in a whole other world and not packed like a sardine on a plane. My over-ear headphone fit perfectly under it and I got the best sleep I’ve had on a plane — EVER! Like other reviews have said, it is big, so size down if you want something a little more snug.
I have been wearing it every day at home and can’t wait to get the black and blush ones!" — Heather G. Get it from Pond Los Angeles for $128 (available in women's sizes XS–XXL and four colors). 21.
An acupressure anti-nausea wristband to help you deal with motion sickness on boats, planes, or cars. Just slip 'em on to your wrists and the lil plastic button will press down on your P6 acupressure point, which is said to help reduce nausea. There will be no barfing here! For more info on how to use acupressure for nausea management, check out this guide from the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center .
Promising review: "These really work! I was skeptical, but they make a really big difference! I suddenly found myself getting really motion-sick on airplanes. Not wanting to medicate myself and be drowsy, I tried these and they work fabulously! No motion sickness, and I actually felt much more calm because the pressure point is also an anti-anxiety pressure point. I won't travel without these!" — Paws Get a set of two from Amazon for $8.
35 (also available in children's sizes ). 22. A waterproof car seat cover so the next time your furry friend decides to hop in every single puddle possible, your car seats will stay mud- and dirt-free.
You can use it hammock style or car bench style. It also has nonslip backing, adjustable headrest anchors, seat anchors, trunk cargo liner, and two seatbelts openings to keep your pup in place. Promising review: " This thing is a lifesaver! I hike a lot with my dogs and they love swimming and tromping through all terrains.
They are also quick to roll in anything they can find —dead or digested— and this cover has SAVED MY CAR. It is waterproof and easy to clean. It is even easier to install .
I loved it so much I bought a second and a third for my sister’s and mom’s cars. I have had other backseat covers before, but they were thin and came in cheesy prints. This one is black, which matches my car’s interior, and is nicely quilted.
I would rate this 100 stars if I could." — Katie G. Get it from Amazon for $29.
69+ (available in two sizes and seven colors). 23. And a dog zipline to make your road trips as chaos-free as possible.
It'll keep your doggo in the backseat to prevent them from jumping onto your lap when you're focused on the road. Don't worry, they'll still be able to move around in the back! This zipline works for dogs of all sizes and easily adjusts to fit most cars! Promising reviews: " This is a lifesaver . My dog jumped out of the window while the car was moving and this is the only thing that kept him attached and not able to fully jump out.
" — Taylor "I loved how my little dog could move left to right to see out either window without harm to himself. I also feel very confident with his safety back there if there is a sudden stop. He really enjoys his ride and I feel great that he is protected.
I highly recommend this zipline." — vllj Get it from Amazon for $17.95 .
24. An in-flight foot hammock because as much as we want to be in first class * sighs*, it's just not in our budget, but this is! This will give your economy seat a little more pizzazz because you'll be able to rest your feet instead of awkwardly trying to place them around your personal bag — the struggle is real. Promising review: " I will never fly again without this.
I've recommended it to everyone. East coast USA to Southeast Asia, 24 hours in long haul flights each way with serious low back pain condition to start. But being able to hang my legs, even in a sideways position, saved me from hours of pain that I have endured previously flying with economy leg room.
So easy to loop over tray table brackets in both the stowed and open position. This is a must have for any flight." — DL Flin Get it from Amazon for $15.
99 (also available in multipacks). 25. A super handy luggage scale so you'll never have to experience the pain of shelling out money to pay a fee because your suitcase was a few pounds too heavy (*cries*).
Just hook this onto the handle of your luggage and lift it for an accurate reading before you get to the airport. Promising reviews: "I would absolutely recommend this for anyone who travels, especially internationally, because of all the extra costs for going over in weight. We were among the few people in line who didn’t need to rearrange our luggage at the airport to meet the weight requirements in Milan .
So easy to pack and take with you." — Addison "This little device was well worth the money spent. It saved us a lot of money on our flight home since we knew the weight was over and could pre-purchase the overage in the app instead of paying double at the airport.
I’ll never travel without it!! Very easy to use." — Michael Ellis Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in four colors and also as a two-pack).
26. A waterproof Kindle for all you bookworms who love to read any chance you get. Instead of carrying a few of your favorite novels with you (ugh, heavvvvvy), just take this handy device that can hold all the books you can dream of! It has up to *10 weeks* of battery life and adjustable warm light that's easy on your eyes.
HuffPost Shopping writer Haley Zovickian says her Kindle has "revolutionized" her life: "I love mine for so many reasons — it's truly helped me incorporate my love of reading into my often hectic life, and all my titles literally live inside of this half-pound wonder gadget, so I can switch between books super easily. For traveling, this is a literal dream. I don't have to pick between titles and then regret the entire trip that I didn't bring the one I left at home — and, as any book lover knows, traveling with books is heavy as hell, and the Kindle literally completely eliminates that weight.
Traveling will never be the same for me." Promising review: "I LOVE reading and being able to access a book anywhere with this thing. It is easy to navigate, very easy to read and adjust the brightness or how warm the light is.
It doesn't auto adjust, but I don't need that feature. I've read in bright sunlight to dark rooms, and it's always been so clear. You can adjust the font and use the library to search whatever books you want.
Makes packing books for traveling very easy. " — R@L0 Get the 16GB version from Amazon for $149.99+ (available in three colors, and with or without ads).
27. A hands-free (rotating!) phone mount to watch your downloaded movies or shows on your phone instead of lugging that big ol' laptop around. You can mount it onto the seat-back tray or even your carry-on when you arrive at the gate two hours early and need some entertainment.
Perilogics is a small biz that specializes in tech-oriented travel products and backpacks. Promising review : "I bought this nifty gadget about six months ago for a multi-leg, ultra long haul trip and it more than held up the entire duration . I was able to finagle it to fit the tray tables on different planes and like others, I find the height just nice when clamped onto a stowed tray table .
It also works on my roller carry-on handle during layovers. However, I find myself using it a lot outside of travel too! Work-wise, I've clamped it onto my office desk shelving to hold my phone at eye level beside my computer . At home, I simply clamped it to a deck of cards and it turns into a versatile stand that I can place on any flat surface.
Heck, I've been using it to hold my phone comfortably at eye level while watching videos in bed. It's extremely well-built and I find myself fidgeting with it all the time. Thus far it still feels solid and I don't anticipate breaking it any time soon.
Even if it does break, I'll be happy to buy another one or two of it!" — Earendil Get it from Amazon for $12.57+ (available in seven colors and multipacks). 28.
A packing checklist so you can travel worry-free because you know you packed all the essentials — and nothing more , because packing stuff you don't need will only take up precious extra space in your bag. Promising review: "We travel frequently and have two children. As any parent knows, packing for yourself and your children can be overwhelming (especially for a trip longer than a few days ).
I have found this list to be a lifesaver and I also give it as a gift for other traveling families. It is easy to plan, organize, and list out items that are easily forgotten. You can also list the quantity of each item needed.
It has a variety of clothing options and space to add more. Overall, wonderful purchase and has likely saved me many forgotten items!" — I-really-bought-this Get it from Amazon for $7+ (available in three styles). 29.
A comfy, ergonomic Trtl neck pillow if you find yourself dozing off on a complete stranger's shoulder way too often. 😳 This will prevent your head from rolling down so you won't wake up with a crick in your neck or drool on your neighbor's shirt. Plus, it'll take up way less space in your carry-on compared to those bulky U-shaped pillows.
It also easily attaches to backpacks and luggage handles, weighs less than half a pound, and is machine-washable! Promising review: "Let’s be honest — there is no magical perfect travel pillow. It’s uncomfortable to be on a plane and miserable to try and sleep. This pillow will not save you from any of that.
It is, however, the best that I’ve found so far. Packing: We all are fighting for our lives to try and pack everything into carry-ons. It does seem smaller and easier to pack.
Wearing it/sleeping: It keeps my head fairly secured, and I avoid the bobble-head sensation. Also, it isn’t bulky, so I don’t have all that ‘extra’ around my neck and pushing up against the headrest behind me. It was cozy and allowed me to reasonably comfortably rest my head to the side and nap (because naps are as good as it gets!).
What others think: Did I look weird? Sure, probably. To that I say, 'Mind your own business!'" — Tony B. Get it from Amazon for $64.
99+ (available in three colors and another style that's more breathable). 30. A 4-in-1 makeup pen that's just like the multicolored pens all the cool kids used to have at school.
It comes with a highlighter, lip liner, eyeliner, and brow pencil for on-the-go touch-ups. Plus, it's great if you're only bringing a carry-on so you don't have to fuss over not having enough space for all your makeup products. Alleyoop is a woman-owned business that creates compact beauty products that typically have several functions.
My former colleague Jasmin Sandal has this and loves it: "I didn't realize I'd ever use a makeup product in my 20s that had the ability to transport me back to something I used in sixth grade, but here we are; and here I am using a multitool pen...
for my face. I gotta say, I love the concept of the Pen Pal from Alleyoop ! After using all of the functions (eyeliner, highlighter, lip liner, eyebrow pencil) and as someone who LOVES makeup but was applying as little as humanly possible during lockdown, I think it’s a great tool for anyone looking to streamline their routine. It's ideal to use for touch-ups come the end of the work day, or a subtle, minimalist way to apply makeup in the a.
m. The brow pencil is particularly soft and pigmented, and filled in my eyebrows quickly. I just adore the ease of application of each product, and appreciate the universal, does-it-all-for-you concept.
Plus, it saves me so much room in my already overflowing makeup bag!" Promising review : "I love that this product is an all-in-one! It saves me so much space when I travel and the products are high-quality too. The lightest brow pencil is still a little dark for blondes like me, but the other shades complement me perfectly. I like the lip liner the best, it easily elevates a simple lip look!" — Sam Get it from Amazon for $20 (available in three colors).
31. And an Alleyoop multitasking brush so you can bring along a makeup sponge, an eyeshadow brush, a brow and eyeliner brush, and a blush and bronzer brush without sacrificing much space — how can we say no to a 4-in-1 product? Promising reviews: "This is one of my best travel buys . I like the sturdy feel but really like the conversion to different brushes.
No searching, no extra space. Pricey, but worth it if you travel, have small space, or misplace items." — Diana Hefter "I absolutely love this travel makeup brush and sponge combo! It's so convenient for when I'm on the go and need to touch up my makeup.
The bristles are soft and the sponge is great for blending. Plus, it's compact and fits perfectly in my purse . I highly recommend it!" — Mary G.
Murphy Get it from Amazon for $25 (available in two styles). 32. A compact, carry-on friendly portable espresso maker if you're one of those people who *need* coffee to survive — can't say no to a cup of joe! You can use Nespresso pods with it, and it's 100% hand-operated, meaning you don't need batteries or electricity.
Promising review: "The best thing for traveling ever!! I have to have espresso every morning and most small hotels and gas stations don't have espresso coffee so this is perfect! Easy to use. The cleaning takes 30 seconds; just rinse with water and let it dry." — Joanna Verdeja Get it from Amazon for $54.
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