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If your goal is to stuff your entire skincare routine and winter wardrobe in your carry-on, you've come to the right place.

Flights are expensive enough as it is — nobody has time for those outrageous checked luggage fees on top of it. But I know what you're thinking, "how am I supposed to bring all my cozy sweaters and haircare products without splurging for the checked bag?!" I hear you, so I found some must-have travel products like space-saving compression cubes, super sleek toiletry capsules, and genius accessories that'll help you make use of every inch of space in your carry-on and personal item.

These are available in three formulas: a Hyaluronic formula for extra moisture, a Retinol formula to help promote faster skin cell turnover, and a Vitamin C formula to brighten and even skin tone. 

Promising review: "Love these! I purchased for an international flight to avoid liquids. I expected to use them on the hiking trip and go back to my usual cleanser once home. But instead, they are now my usual cleanser. The ease of dampening one fingertip and tapping on the top cleanser square beats squirting a liquid cleanser in my hand or using a make-up remover towelette. The little squares are just the right amount and have no trash impact. They seemed pricey at first, but with the benefits, they’re worth it. I’m worth it! My skin feels clean and not tight." —mistis

Get two packs of 32 from Amazon for $10.86+ (available in three formulas).

Promising review: "This is a great carry-on bag! It has numerous pockets and storage areas to keep everything organized. I've taken it on three trips to Europe this year, as well as a few domestic trips, and it fits well under most airline seats (unless the seat has a footrest). In those cases, it's easy to fit it in the overhead compartment. On a couple of occasions when airlines requested that carry-on bags be checked at the gate, this bag was OK for me to carry onboard since it's not too large (yet it holds a lot). In an emergency, I was able to fit 3 days of clothes, sweaters, a jacket, toiletries, shoes, and electronics in this bag because it's so easy to organize it in numerous compartments. It wheels great, too. I've traveled a lot over the years, and this is the best carry-on bag I've found. I bought two of them!" —DM7233

Get it from Amazon for $59.99 (available in nine colors).

Listen, I always thought packing cubes were a waste of time, until I discovered the magic of *compression* packing cubes — and now I don't know how I ever traveled without them. As long as I didn't wildly overstuff these, the compression zipper was easy to close (though it does take a bit of elbow grease), and helped squeeze my clothes together so there was zero wasted space. I was able to fit many more shirts than usual, and having everything neatly organized in its own cube made getting dressed on my week-long vacation a breeze. The only downside? You do have to meticulously re-pack everything in the cubes the same way you did for your return trip, but that's a small price to pay for extra space and organization.

Get a set of six from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in 21 colors and also in packs of two and four).

BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord says, "HELLO, I AM OBSESSED WITH THESE. Despite all the rave reviews I was definitely skeptical of space-saving bags that didn't require a vacuum, and even as they were actively squishing my clothes into oblivion I still couldn't quite believe it. I had easily two suitcases worth of clothes I wanted to pack for a three-week trip to London, and I managed to neatly pack the entirety of my wardrobe in one roller carry-on bag. Truly all I had to do was put my clothes in the bag, push them to the bottom, and then sit on it to get the air out before sealing it up. I had tons of extra bags and make a habit of taking them with me in case other people joining me on trips need them to be able to pack souvenirs on the way home. I'm never taking a long trip without these again — these are worth every damn penny."

Promising review: "I travel monthly for work, usually gone for 4–5 days. Before these, I would have to check a bag. Dress shirts and pants, roll up nicely, and stay wrinkle-free. It's tempting to want to over-stuff these, but if you're packing golf shirts or clothes with 'slippery' fabric, they slide out of the top of the bag as you get close to the end. The clips take a minute to get used to, but after a couple of times zipping up the bags, it's pretty easy." —BigSkinny

Get a set of eight from Amazon for $9.28. 

Each pack comes with three packets. And, because they *are* liquid, they'll easily slide into the side of your toiletries bag.

Promising reviews: "Game changer for travel! We were gone for two weeks, and I was able to wash all the clothes I had packed! Helped with using only a carry-on for the trip and kept my clothes fresh and clean! So easy to use and smelled nice! Will never travel without them again!" —Kristy

"I don’t travel without these. So convenient for washing out undies in a sink, but can even be used in a machine." —Amazon Customer

Get nine packs from Amazon for $6.04 (also available in packs of three and six).

Promising review: "Honestly, before these items, I would have to take so many things just to shave during vacation, but this has a four-in-one and it’s easy to travel with and it gets through TSA when in your carry-on. 😁" —Maria Allegue

Get it from Amazon for $17+ (also available in blue and a refill pack). 

Promising review: "My husband and I travel a lot and take a number of prescription drugs. It was always a hassle accessing our medication when needed, so I purchased this organizer to make things easier. I used a label maker and labeled each little compartment, and it has performed wonderfully. I highly recommend this organizer to anyone who travels and needs medications throughout the day." —Jacqueline

Get a three-pack from Amazon for $6.97 (available in five color sets).

Promising review: "I bought this as a backup for a trip to Boston — just in case I needed it. I LIVED in this the entire time. Adds plenty of warmth with minimal bulk. It is now my official go-to jacket for those spring and fall days when it’s too warm for a coat but too cold to go without." —MTB918

Get it from Amazon for $22.89+ (available in women's sizes XS–6X and in 20 colors).

Promising review: "I love this! The quality is very nice and it fits great. Wore it last week in the rain with a coat I love that doesn't have a hood and it was perfect. It slips right under your jacket so all you see is the hood, so it pretty much blends in with your jacket. Such a great idea! Wish there were more colors and patterns, I'd order more." —Jill Hammel

Get it from Amazon for $29 (available in two sizes).

The "daily routine" set includes four medium and three small capsules as well as magnetic, interchangeable labels for shampoo, conditioner, body wash, moisturizer, cleanser, a pill icon, and a blank tile. 

They also offer skincare, bodycare, and haircare sets, as well as extenders that increase the size of the capsule!

Promising review: "These containers are perfectly sized for all my travel needs, whether it’s skincare products, vitamins, or even small jewelry pieces. They fit neatly into my carry-on, saving space and keeping everything organized. No more messy toiletry bags or digging around for tiny items — everything has its place with Cadence. The quality of the materials is top-notch. The containers snap together securely, making it easy to keep them organized and prevent any spills. It’s such a clever and practical feature that adds a touch of luxury to the whole experience. Plus, it’s oddly satisfying to hear the little click when they snap into place!

I’ll be honest — the price did give me pause at first. These containers are definitely an investment, but I can confidently say they’re worth it. The peace of mind they provide, knowing my products are safe and secure during travel, is priceless. Plus, the high-quality build means they’ll last for many trips to come, making them a smart long-term investment." —Randy G.

Cadence is an AAPI woman-owned small business that was founded by Steph Hon with the goal of eliminating single-use travel-sized plastics. The containers are made from recycled ocean-bound plastic. 

Get the daily routine set from Amazon for $138 (available in five colors and other sets).

Promising review: "I recently needed to fly, and my ticket only allowed a carry-on. How was I going to bring all of the liquid items I needed? Started browsing Amazon and stumbled on these pouches. I’d never thought of such a thing. I was hopeful; these pouches delivered. They took up so much less space than my larger 'travel-sized' items. They were easy to fill and use. The quality was very good — no issues. Made from plastic, each pouch can expand or collapse depending on the need. The material kind of felt like vellum paper in my hand and was slightly thicker than that, but not flimsy. Well made." —Amazon Customer

Get them from Amazon for $9.19+ (available in various pack sizes and with various bonus jars and accessories).

I LOVE THIS BAG SO MUCH. I was getting so tired of not being able to fit all my toiletries in a quart-sized bag, and decided to peruse Amazon to see if anyone had figured out a more spacious solution. I found this and bought it before taking a few flights over the holiday season, and I was shocked at how much more product I was able to fit in this bag! For reference, my old toiletry bag didn't have enough room to fit my 2-oz bottle of contact lens solution and bottle of eye drops, but the super slip zipper design gave me just enough to squeeze them in!!! It's pure space-saving sorcery.

Get it from Amazon for $8.54+ (available in six colors, with or without a handle, and in multipacks).

Promising review: "Perfect. Have used these for hiking and business travel. Can't imagine anyone having a bad thing to say about them." —G. B. 

Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in 18 colors and six sizes). 

Promising review: "I love this foldable airplane blanket! There are few things worse on a flight than being too cold. This little blanket is the perfect weight to keep you warm, but doesn't take up too much room in your carry-on/personal item bag. I actually clip it to the outside of my backpack." —Danielle Gaudette

Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in 15 colors).

Plus, the zipper compartment at the bottom can be used for putting all your dirty clothes in so they don't get mixed with clean items.

Promising review: "I just love it. I travel a lot. Now, I don’t have to hang anything up but my organizer. I can see what I pack and where everything is. Just love it. I can easily fit seven days' worth of outfits and three pairs of shoes in a carry-on suitcase. Just great." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in two sizes and 10 colors).

Promising review: "I have been using this charger at home and when I travel. I mainly purchased it for traveling. It works well, folds up into a neat compact square, and charges my iPhone, watches, and earbuds all together without having to bring three separate chargers with me. You will love the convenience, trust me!!" —BobC 

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in eight colors). 

Here's what my colleague Elizabeth Lilly thinks of them: "This is a product that I put in travel stories over and over and over again, and would always think, "Hmm, I should buy some." Once I booked my first-ever cruise (with Virgin Voyages, which was fantastic, btw), I knew that I needed to invest in these hangers to make the most of what I presumed would be a tiny closet for my cabin. These were super easy to slip into my super-packed suitcase and plenty sturdy for holding up a variety of stuff. In my pic above, you'll see one collapsed and then one in use, with dips perfect for spaghetti or thin straps. So many hotel and rental places' hangers don't have those little dips, and my slip dresses (I own four of this one!) are always slipping off of them. With these, I was able to put a variety of garments on them without anything slipping off — in fact, they work better at that than my regular velvet hangers I have at home!"

Promising review: "I was skeptical about a bar shampoo, but wanted something that would last and I could take on my frequent travels... This was the solution I was after, and I plan to use it even back home. A little goes a long way and leaves my hair feeling bouncy and refreshed. It also has a nice, clean scent that isn't overpowering. Would purchase again." —Jennifer G.

Get it from Amazon for $14 (available in 10 styles).

BuzzFeed Shopping editor Elizabeth (that's her above) has traveled with this in her carry-on and loves it: "Here, I used hotel shampoo (it was pretty fancy, NGL), this conditioner bar, and my roommate's Moroccan Oil curl cream. The bar is basically foolproof. You rub it directly on your wet hair after rinsing out your shampoo. I normally wash my naturally curly hair once or twice a week but on this trip was taking daily dips in the sea, so I washed my hair 5x over a week. Because of this, I let the conditioner sit for a few minutes, though you probably don't need to do that if you're washing your hair your usual amount on your trip. Each bar is supposed to last 200 washes and it might do a little less for me, but I know this'll be good for many future trips!"

Promising review: This is incredible! It leaves my hair feeling soft, hydrated, and healthier with every use. I was skeptical about switching from a traditional liquid conditioner, but this bar exceeded my expectations. It’s compact, eco-friendly, and lasts longer than I expected." —Niki Saigeon

Check out a TikTok of the dry shampoo in action. 

Promising review: "Will be buying again!! This is a fantastic product. I have incredibly thin hair that gets very oily very easily. This is the first product that I’ve tried that actually works! I am so very happy!" —Katie_0_Baker

Get it from Amazon for $17.60 (available in brown, dark brown, blonde, and in multipacks and bundles). 

Promising review: "You can totally fit three pairs of shoes in this! (Size 6.5 women's shoe, fits heels, wedges, and sandals.) I bought two and will absolutely be buying more for my husband. 10/10 would recommend! I travel frequently, and I always overpack; this helped cut down space and stress immensely!" —Taylor

Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in nine colors and patterns). 

Promising review: "These were cute and easy to use. I love my fragrances but I refuse to travel with them because they are expensive. These are very handy and you can put them in your purse on a plane!" —SG

Get a four-pack from Amazon for $7.99 (available in three color combinations and also in packs of five).

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

Tube is a small business that specializes in uniquely designed storage travel pillows. 

Each stack also includes a mirror lid, a base, and a mini brush.

Promising review: "I absolutely love how compact this product is. I have been pleasantly surprised at how natural the makeup feels and I love the natural look it provides. I originally purchased it for traveling, but have been using it daily and love it!" –Paula Bowie

Subtl Beauty is a small business specializing in stackable beauty products.

Get the Starter Stack from Subtl Beauty for $55 (available in 19 shades), or customize your own stack starting at $5 per layer, with 12 product types available. Select Starter Stacks are available on Amazon for $86.

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 $15.99 (available in three shades).

Promising review: "Just what I needed. This worked perfectly on a recent business trip. Felt refreshing and left my skin feeling soft." —Glenda E 

Promising review: "This garment bag is an exceptional value for the money. Well built, top quality materials, including 'beefy' zippers, should hold up well for airline travel. Minimal wrinkles, if any, in garments, and a cavernous bag for storing shoes and other items for a trip. Added bonus: it fits easily in the plane overhead storage and is similar in size to a standard roller bag. I highly recommend this product." —Kindle Customer

Beauty Goodies is a small business that specializes in chic storage and travel accessories. 

Get it from Amazon for $42.99+ (available in four colors). 

Promising review: "I LOVE this backpack! The color is a perfect light cream, way cuter than other travel backpacks. I spent a week in Spain on my own, and this backpack truly fit everything I needed when I couldn’t bring my suitcase. The padding and support on the back and the straps made it so comfortable to carry, despite how full it was. The way the backpack is structured distributes the weight evenly and does not cause strain at all. The many compartments make it so easy to keep things organized and allow you to fit more things just when you think it’s full. I kept my clothes rolled up in the main compartment, my toiletries in the waterproof front compartment, and laptop and Kindle in the back. The bottom compartment was perfect for all my cables." —Olivia

Get it from Amazon for $22.79+ (available in four sizes and 40 styles). 

I have been RAVING about this tiny little wonder to anyone who will listen. I love toting a folding, reusable bag around just in case I need one, but I am terrible at folding it back up into those tiny pouches it comes with. All of my other reusable bags end up as shapeless puffs that are way too bulky to fit in my pocket or a small crossbody bag. When I saw this ~nano~ -sized bag pop up on Amazon, I knew I was the exact target audience — and I'm here to tell you this is a game-changer. It's made of  super-thin nylon that effortlessly folds up into a super tiny pouch (seriously, you don't even have to fold it — just stuff it in the pouch and compress it!), yet is somehow still sturdy enough to carry a whole week's worth of groceries. These are definitely on the pricey side, but they're so worth the splurge. I never thought I could be so passionate about a foldable tote bag. I'm now tempted to buy a few more to keep in all my crossbodies and luggage.  👀

Get it from Amazon for $15.95+ (available in two sizes and 13 colors).

Promising review: "Made very well. Nice breathable fabric that isn’t too thick/heavy but also isn’t cheap or too thin. It’s very soft, lightweight, and flows nicely. Nice quality. I’m always extremely skeptical about elastic waists because they can kill a look; I was ECSTATIC to find that this isn’t your average elastic waist. It gathers just enough to give definition between the torso and hips and isn’t even close to being too tight or snug around the waist. Seriously, I was so excited. The off-shoulder neckline is sexy and feminine, and living in Arizona, between having a shoulder exposed and putting my hair up, it makes me feel 50% cooler in the hot temps. Love it." —Holly

Get it from Amazon for $25.98+ (available in women's sizes S–3XL and 33 colors).

My colleague Elizabeth Lily loves it: "I have this in pink and am OBSESSED. I like to pack on the lighter side for trips (more room for souvenirs!) and make up for it with accessories and fun jewelry. It does make a difference! I find that with this, I can also slip some silk and satin scarves in here to use for my hair and change up my outfits even more." —Elizabeth Lily

Get it from Amazon for $15.98+ (available in two sizes and nine colors/prints).

Promising reviews: "I use this brush daily and during trips. I like travel-sized brushes because the teeth tend to be spaced further apart and work better for my curls. This brush is waterproof, so it works great in the shower. Also good for kids with lots of tangles." —DG

"My son has 4c hair and brushes I’ve tried before break his curls and would take forever to detangle his hair! This brush right here cuts the time in half and glides right through!" —Elizabeth

Get it from Amazon for $11.49 (available in 10 shades).

Promising review: "Hate dragging out the old hotel iron and board, so I just spray my wrinkled clothes with this, and voila! Takes the wrinkles out, and off I go — no wrestling while putting the iron and board away. I even have a small travel iron or use my hair styling irons if I want a better finish, but this usually does the job nicely." —Audie 

Promising review: "Got this delivered yesterday. Immediately tried it on and it is fantastic! It adjusts if need be and looks so cute on. I love the ability to use the strap on windy days. My ensemble is complete with the hat, a new spring sundress and new sandals! Thank you!" —Kathleen

Get it from Amazon for $23.39+ (available in two sizes and eight colors).

Promising review: "I have a travel backpack that I really like, but it has no easy way to attach to the top of a roller bag for travel. I tried a carabiner, but it allows the backpack to move too much to be stable on the roller bag. These straps are adjustable, so you get a much better, more secure fit. Of course, a backpack with an elastic strap on the front to fit over the roller bag's handles would be perfect, but this is the next best thing for a fraction of the cost of a new backpack." —S. McCallister

Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in six colors and packs of two).

The travel belt is adjustable to 38 inches to fit most bags. The belt itself is vegan leather with elastic accents and a quick-release buckle.

Promising review: "Love this! I am constantly struggling between holding my jacket and two carry-ons. This is the perfect solution! I can’t wait to start using it when I’m back to regular business travel." —Allison

Cincha Travel is a small business in California that develops adjustable travel belts made out of vegan leather. The brand donates 100 airline miles for each purchase, which are used to reconnect separated migrant families. Plus, they were featured on Shark Tank, where they made a deal with Barbara! 

Get it from Amazon (available in 17 styles) and Cincha Travel (available in 25 styles) for $39.99.

Promising review: "This small-but-very-effective stick of sunscreen was perfect for traveling with us on vacation. I took it to the beach, stuck it in my bag when we went exploring and carried it in my purse when we were in town. The smell is so good; it makes you want to take a bite out of it! I found it perfectly fine for my face, not greasy or irritating. I'll most likely buy a bigger size of lotion for my next trip as well." —Pixie Mom

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Daniel Boan is a Shopping Editor who uses his passion for hitting "add to cart" (and his 8+ years in media) to curate the best products on the web — he's particularly passionate about finding the best beauty products, which probably stems from his days of working at Lush Cosmetics, where he learned about effective skincare ingredients while getting covered in bath bomb dust every day.

The reviews used in this post have been edited for length and clarity.