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I'm Samar Hadri and I'm a Resident Writer on the BuzzFeed Shopping team, where I write about a wide range of topics like travel, parenting, fitness, home decor, and fashion.

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

Promising review: "I needed a portable Nespresso machine whenever I travelled since I am very particular about my coffee. This is a great solution. The coffee turns out to be very similar to the coffee you make in your Nespresso machine. It's easy to use, small and portable." —S. SH

Get it from Amazon for $46.90 (and here are some Nespresso pods to go with it).

It also comes with a heat-resistant pouch for easy carrying!

Promising review: "Loved having this on my recent trip to Ireland. So glad I purchased something with dual voltage so there were no hair worries while traveling. It works well and takes up little space. Plan for it to take longer to style your hair; it’s small. But it doesn’t take a lot more time. Glad I purchased!" —Ashley

Get it from Amazon for $17.99 (available in three colors).

Promising review: "Saved me tons of money on my travel trip to Alaska. No need to purchase expensive bottled water. It's reusable, easy to transport, durable, lightweight, and has a great refreshing taste. Easy to use." —Cammie

Promising review: "I just came back from traveling, and this water bottle was great! The size is perfect and fits nicely in the side pocket of my backpack. I haven't put it down since I started using it. It helps to keep me hydrated." —Seb

Get it from Amazon for $22.89 (available in four sizes, two colors, and a six-pack).

This travel tumbler is insulated — so your hot or cold drinks will actually stay that way for hours! 

Promising review: "I bought the 12-ounce, and let me tell you! This is by far the best travel mug I’ve EVER bought. Super leakproof (and I shove it into my tote bag and duffel bag). Super durable. Great material, and the sip? Super smooth. No slurping because it allows air to flow out and in while drinking. Such a great mug. Worth every damn penny. Highly recommend. P.S. — hot stuff stays super hot for a long time." —Lindsay Panataleon

Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in three sizes, 10 colors, and with or without a handle).

Promising review: "I was skeptical at first about how well this little noise machine would work in my hotel room (I am a frequent business traveler). However, skepticism gave way to satisfaction. This little sound machine blocked out hotel noises very well and helped me sleep through the night. For a little machine, it provides very good volume and different noise options. I highly recommend this product!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in three styles and a two-pack).

Promising review: "Wow, I don’t usually write many reviews, only for products that have really benefitted me, and this is one of those fabulous cases! Normal bidets are too complicated and not an option for me at the moment, but I wanted something for a more refreshing clean cause if you think about it, toilet paper isn’t the most hygienic thing that we do. This little guy is amazing! Literally super simple and self-explanatory to use, I’ve had no issues with it leaking as it twists on tight, and you control the pressure by squeezing. After using you actually feel clean after every use. For the price you really can’t beat it. I won’t be going without it." —Amazon Customer

Promising review: "German engineering at its finest! The water doesn’t start running out the moment you turn it upside down to use. Each squeeze is powerful enough to clean you efficiently. Easy to use and clean. Perfect for the rental I am living in, and small enough for travel." —Alienlan77

Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in two sizes and seven colors).

Promising review: "Fits perfectly in my purse or desk drawer. I have three dogs and wear black slacks almost every day; this lint roller is a lifesaver for me! No more showing up to work covered in dog hair!" —Texas Mommy of 2

Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in three colors).

Promising review: "This picks up even the hair you don't see! I have a long-haired cat and bought this to help grab the loose hair on the furniture. It's now part of a cleaning of everything. I've been shocked by just how much hair this grabs on things that look clean, even right out of the laundry.

This is the best hair grabber out of everything I've bought, by far! The only down side I've had with it, is the bin will pop open when my finger barely passes of the catch while using it. I've recommended it to everyone!" —Larry

Get it from Amazon for $23.99 (available in five colors and as a travel size).

I personally always keep one on hand when I need to travel because they don't tug on my curls like many other brushes seem to do.

Promising review: "I use this brush for travel, and I keep another in my gym bag, but I also use the full-sized one in my shower at home. This brush is perfect for curlies because we can't dry brush our hair - with this, we can brush out your curls while wet and lathered in conditioner. After that, just rinse, scrunch, and air dry! I really love the mini-sized one that is very light and small, but it still gets the job done. (And I have a LOT of hair!) They dry quickly as well. I fully recommend it!" —Rachel

Get it from Amazon for $5+ (available in packs of three and nine colors). 

Promising review: "This little water flosser is great. Especially with braces. On the go, throw it in your purse or backpack. It is small, compact, and does the job. It's a little smaller than an iPhone 13 Pro Max that I have and holds a good amount of water to do the job. Stores the picks in the top compartment. Great for work, after lunch and a quick flush of the braces." —Karolynn

Get it from Amazon for $34.97 (also available in black).

Read what BuzzFeed Shopping editor Elizabeth Lilly had to say about this product: I first bought this for a weeklong Croatian vacation last year when I did carry-on, and as long as you are *thoroughly* reapplying, this stuff stays on pretty well. On a beach club afternoon, I did haphazardly reapply and missed a strip on one arm, but I tend to do that with spray-on or lotion sunscreen, too. Since then, I've packed this for any trip I've been on, including a two-day Disneyland trip where I toted this around in my bag and shared with friends. I sometimes carry it with me in my purse on my everyday adventures because I know it's so easy to apply. Also worth mentioning...I am about the palest lady you've ever seen and swear by daily application of sunscreen. But when on a beach trip, I'm constantly swimming in the water and sweating. So yeah, this stuff works. 

And if you're a bit hesitant about jumping on the solid sunscreen bandwagon, you can pack a stick of this, knowing you have enough sun protection to get you through to finding some spray-on or lotion SPF at your destination. 

Promising review: "I love this!! Cute and compact! It comes with a mirror. All you have to do after you buy this is just get refills. That’s why the ones inside are a different color. I bought them for my teenager, and he loves them. I use them too, lol. I love these, super cute, and you can just toss them in your makeup bag, purse, backpack, etc. Definitely worth it!!" —Kelli/Kevin

Get 32 patches from Amazon for $16.97 (available in four styles).

They're incredibly easy to use and refill, with zero leakage! Just press the bottom of the tube against your favorite perfume gauge and keep clicking until it is refilled. No need to carefully pour and waste your favorite perfume on the bathroom tile; just click it, and you're good to go! 

I have these because after a full day of sweating through the parks, believe me, you're gonna want something to freshen you up.

Promising review: "Soooo easy to use! Fit every single one of my various perfumes, from expensive to inexpensive! They’re small enough to fit right into an already-packed makeup bag or purse pocket. I have a varying schedule and feel my perfume is the topper to a pulled-together look — so knowing I can rotate through all my scents easily each day is a nice little perk!" —Denys Davis

Get four from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in three color packs and a pack of five).

Promising review: "This is the perfect little sewing kit for those emergency sewing situations! It has everything you need, and it’s super small. Great for travel!" —Christina Hamblin

Get it from Amazon for $5.98+ (available in six colors and five sizes).

Promising review: "This is one of my new favorite things for travel. I've taken this to Alaska and the Caribbean so far and I love how lightweight it is and easy to use. I usually stuff it in one of the side mesh pockets of my backpack for easy access. The tripod function is incredibly easy to use, and connecting to Bluetooth is also simple after pairing it for the first time. Just long-press the remote button, and it'll automatically connect. This has changed my travel game. Selfies everywhere and the tripod allows me to frame up whatever I want! Note that the tripod legs aren't the sturdiest — it'll stand fine in flat locations and even in some rocky ones, but a stiff wind could blow it over, so make sure it's secure. Also, the Bluetooth remote has a good range, but make sure it's not obstructed by a solid object like a sign or a statue. It's also fun watching people walk by and ask, "Who's taking the picture?" because it looks like we're just staring at a tripod with no one behind it!" —Ally

Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in four colors).

One side is a regular mirror; the other is magnified to 3X.

Promising review: "Literally a super amazing mirror!! You can see literally everything with these mirrors. It’s super compact but totally reliable! The light can be seen from outer space, but that’s great! Perfect for travel and super convenient." —Adri

Get it from Amazon for $7.11 (available in 15 colors).

Promising review: "I never write reviews. But this unit made our recent hotel stay so much more comfortable! It's compact enough for travel but holds enough water for one night. Typically, I wake up in a hotel, and my throat is killing me [due to] how dry it is. Our trip to NYC last weekend was my first time ever not having that happen! And kept my son from getting a nosebleed. So worth the money!" —Debra Legassie 

Get it from Amazon for $21.97+ (available in four sizes, black, and a two-pack).

Promising review: "It’s a little hard to fill but if you have a small funnel already it makes it a lot easier. They’re super easy to use and really convenient for packing. I use it for the gym, travel, and I also travel for work often and it comes in handy there." —Kelsey Jacobi 

Get a set of two from Amazon for $7.99 (available in three colors). 

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

Get the Starter Stack from Subtl Beauty for $60 (available in 19 tones), or customize your own stack starting at $12 per layer, with up to nine product types available.

Alleyoop is a woman-owned small business that creates compact beauty products that typically have several functions.

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 $19.99 (available in three shades).

Alleyoop is a woman-owned small business that creates compact beauty products that typically have several functions.

Promising review: "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 $11.60 (available in two styles).

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

Get a pack of 20 from Amazon for $6.99 (also available in a larger pack).

Promising review: "I was looking for a dry shampoo that would be easy to use on the go for a trip I was taking. I had no issues taking this through TSA and it was so easy to use on the go. You literally just pat the poof on your scalp and then rub the powder in. I do have black hair so dry shampoo is usually very visible in my hair, but I didn't have any harder time than usual rubbing this powder in. It did a really good job of soaking up all the oil and giving my hair volume. I'm not a fan of the price for the amount that you get, but it is lasting longer than I thought it would. I would definitely recommend and will purchase again." —Teresa

Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in six shades).

Promising review: "I recently traveled and had no problem with TSA. I like the moisturizer; you can just rub it in. If you have coarse hair, the blades may dull sooner than later. I preferred just to wet my leg and then spray the water. It seemed to get more of a lather for me. Super convenient!!" —Western Pa mom/grandma

Anne Cate is a woman-owned small business based in Cleveland, Ohio, that handmakes minimalist keepsakes with a skyline from more than 100 cities and colleges around the world!

The kit includes a hair tie, ChapStick, two floss pics, a sewing kit, bandages, emery board, two safety pins, two earring backs, a makeup wipe, two bobby pins, two mints, a deodorant wipe, a Shout wipe, a tampon, hand sanitizer, and Tylenol.

Promising review: "I’m heading to Rome this fall with my best friend and our husbands. I thought this would be the cutest little emergency case to bring along so I got each of us one. I am so excited to give it to her. She will love the Rome skyline and all the goodies inside." —Jen

Get it from Anne Cate for $25 (available in 96 skylines).

Promising review: "I love this! I brought this on a trip to Disney back in September and it was still hot most of those days. I was able to pack this in my mini backpack with no problems. It didn't take up hardly any room and the battery life was excellent! We were at Disney for about a week and I maybe charged it once or twice the entire time! It definitely came in handy when we were waiting in the sun in the long lines." —Danielle N Lee

Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in eight colors).

Promising review: "The straws are the best thing to take on the Carnival Cruise ship. They have started using edible straws. The straws are compact and fit right in your small handbag and even come with a clip and cleaner. Great product! Would definitely recommend." —Paula Foltz

Get it from Amazon for $8.54+ (available in eight color packs).

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